A man had a knife held to his throat as he was attacked by three men who knocked him to the ground and took his mobile phone and bank card in Belfast city centre.
The robbery occurred in the Rosemary Street area in the early hours of this morning (Wednesday July 14) shortly after 1am.
Detective Sergeant Natalie Moore said the man was attacked by three men who knocked him to the ground and took his mobile phone and bank card. One of the men put a knife to the victim’s throat.
One of the men is thought to be approximately 28, 5ft 10″ in height, of slim build with dark hair. He was wearing a black jacket. The other two men are described as being of a similar age with dark hair and they were also wearing dark jackets.
“This was a very distressing ordeal for the victim. Our enquiries are continuing and we would appeal to anyone who was in the area at the time or who noticed any suspicious activity to contact detectives on 101 quoting reference number 94 of the 14/07/21.
“Or, if someone would prefer to provide information without giving their details they can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers and speak to them anonymously on 0800 555 111,” said Detective Sergeant Natalie Moore.