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Screwdriver Robbery in Carrickfergus | Belfast News
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- Aug 1, 2026
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- 76
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Summary
A terrifying robbery in Carrickfergus turned violent when a suspect armed with a screwdriver held a female employee hostage, stabbed a male staff member, and forced coworkers to retrieve cash. Police responded swiftly, chased down the 34-year-old suspect—who even punched an officer before being arrested—and now he faces multiple serious charges. Though no one was seriously injured, the staff were left shaken. Detectives are now leading the investigation, urging anyone with info to come forward. A chilling reminder of how fast chaos can spiral—and how quick police action made all the difference. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/c900425a4e0d0cd9