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A shop worker has been threatened at gunpoint during an armed robbery in Londonderry. | A shop worker has been threatened at gunpoint during an armed robbery in Londonderry. |
The incident happened at about 1915 GMT on Friday in premises at Racecourse Road in the Shantallow area. | |
A police spokesperson said a man armed with a handgun threatened a female member of staff before making off with a sum of money. | A police spokesperson said a man armed with a handgun threatened a female member of staff before making off with a sum of money. |
It is understood the robber made his escape on foot by jumping over a small wall at the front of the shop. | It is understood the robber made his escape on foot by jumping over a small wall at the front of the shop. |
Councillor Shaun Gallagher, who is also a member of the district policing partnership, condemned the incident. | |
He said the shop provided a service to the community, adding: "They provide local employment and it's an attack on our community." |
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