It's alleged to have happened in the Joys Entry area of Belfast
Detectives are appealing for information following a report of a woman with a suspected firearm in the Joys Entry area of Belfast.
Police received a report shortly after 2.05pm yesterday, Friday May 26, that a woman had a gun and was threatening to shoot a number of people in a licensed premises. Detective Sergeant Kennedy added: "Officers attended and arrested a 51-year-old woman on suspicion of a number of offences, including carrying an imitation firearm in a public place. She remains in police custody at this time."Our investigation is continuing and we would appeal to anyone who was in the area and saw what happened, or has any CCTV or dash-cam footage to call us on 101, quoting reference number 1020 of 26/05/23.
"Alternatively, information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime." Join our new WhatsApp community today Click this link or scan the QR code to receive breaking news and top stories from Belfast Live. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don’t like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you’re curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.For all the latest news, visit the Belfast Live homepage here and sign up to our daily newsletter here.
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