DETECTIVES are appealing for information following an armed  robbery of a pharmacy in the Kingsway area of Dunmurry at the weekend.

Detective Constable Fiona Mawhinney said: “At approximately 5.10pm on Saturday, police received a report that a man armed with a large knife entered the premises and demanded that staff  hand over money and drugs.

“The man made off with a sum of cash and a number of boxes of Diazepam drugs.

“The man is described as being approximately 5’11” tall, slim build and wearing a cream coloured coat, grey track bottoms and a green scarf. He was also wearing gloves.

“The members of staff  were not injured during this incident, however they were left very badly shaken.

“Diazepam is an extremely potent drug that should only be taken if prescribed by a physician. It can be extremely dangerous and even fatal in the wrong hands.

“People should only take medicines in consultation with their healthcare professionals who have access to patient health  records, who are qualified to assess their medical needs and can take into account the risks and benefits associated with every medicine.

“I would appeal to anyone who may have witnessed anyone acting suspiciously in the area or who has any information  to contact Detectives at Lisburn on the non-emergency number 101.

“Or, if someone would prefer to provide information without giving their details they can contact  the independent charity Crimestoppers and speak to them anonymously on 0800 555 111.”