Armed robbery at north Dublin pharmacy

Gardaí are hunting a man who robbed a pharmacy on Dublin's northside this afternoon armed with a large knife.

Gardaí are hunting a man who robbed a pharmacy on Dublin's northside this afternoon armed with a large knife.

The man entered the shop at Killester Avenue shortly after noon and threatened two members of staff.

He stole the contents of the cash register before breaking into a store room and stealing a quantity of tablets.

He escaped on a red motorbike which was driven by an accomplice.

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The robber armed is described as aged early to mid-twenties, he wore a fawn coloured hooded top with the word "Harlem" written across the chest, and a white scarf over his face.

The driver of the motorcycle wore a black leather jacket and a red helmet.

Any witnesses or anybody with information is asked to contact Raheny Garda Station at 01-6664300.