Upper Bann MLA Jo-Anne Dobson has described an armed robbery of a young Banbridge couple as repulsive. The incident took place yesterday evening at their Chinauley Park home.
Commenting Jo-Anne Dobson said:
“This young couple were subjected to an absolutely horrendous ordeal. To answer your door in the early evening and be faced with armed men is absolutely sickening.
“I understand the criminals, who came armed with a sawn-off shotgun, then used cable ties to bind the couple after which a considerable amount of money and the family car was stolen from them.
“I know the area well and have spoken with neighbours who are in shock at this ordeal. My thoughts are with this young couple today as they come to terms with this repulsive experience.
“I have spoken with senior PSNI officers and have been reassured that they are doing all they can to bring those responsible to justice including localised door to door investigation. I also appeal for anyone who may have seen their white Mercedes CLA 45, which is quite a rare model, to report this to the PSNI as a matter of urgency.
“Finally I encourage members of the public to come forward with any information they may have which could help catch these criminals."
