Issue Date: 11th January 2024
Gardaí are investigating the robbery of a business premises that occurred in Arundel Square, Waterford yesterday evening Wednesday, 10th January 2024.
At approximately 5.10pm, a lone male entered the premises, armed with a machete, and threatened staff. The male fled the scene on a bicycle via Henrietta Street a short time later with a quantity of stolen items.
Investigating Gardaí have recovered the machete and bicycle, which are understood to have been used during the incident, for a technical examination.
Gardaí in Waterford are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed this incident to contact them.
Any pedestrians or road users who were in Arundel Square shopping district and surrounding areas, including Spring Garden Alley and New Street, yesterday evening between 4.45pm and 5.45pm and who may have camera footage (including dash cam) are asked to make this available to investigating Gardaí.
Anyone with information in relation to this incident is asked to contact Waterford Garda Station on 051 305300, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111 or any Garda station.
Investigations are ongoing.
