Masked gang of 20 armed with baseball bats smash windows and TVs in Belfast bar

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Masked gang of 20 armed with baseball bats smash windows and TVs in Belfast bar
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It happened on Friday evening, January 27

The incident happened in a bar in the Shankill Road area of the city on Friday evening, January 27. It is understood around 20 men, some armed with baseball bats, entered the bar and caused extensive damage.READ MORE: PSNI appeal to find missing 14-year-old last seen after she left school

Inspector Hamilton said: “At approximately 7.15pm we received a report that around 20 masked men, some armed with baseball bats, had entered the bar. “They proceeded to smash a number of windows and TVs and caused extensive damage to the interior of the premises before leaving. Luckily no one was injured during the incident.

“I would appeal to anyone who may have witnessed the incident or who may have any CCTV or dash-cam footage that could assist with our enquiries, to contact police on 101 quoting reference 1696 of 27/01/23. “A report can also be made using the online reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport. Alternatively, information can be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org."For all the latest news, visit the Belfast Live homepage here. To sign up to our FREE newsletters, see here.

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