Man who robbed Kildare pharmacy claimed he had a gun on him
The male fled with €300 in cash and prescription medication
A male who robbed a County Kildare pharmacy during daylight hours claimed he had a gun on his person during the incident.
The harrowing crime was detailed by one Garda Orlaith Fahy, who recently made a recent guest appearance on KFM.
She explained that the crime took place at McCormack’s Pharmacy in Maynooth on the afternoon of Saturday, September 19 last.
Gda Fahy said that the male claimed that he had a gun on him and proceeded to rob the premises. However, no gun was ever produced.
He stole approximately €300 and ‘various drug’s from the pharmacy.
In addition, she revealed that the male fled the scene on a bicycle and that he was seen fleeing in the direction of Dunboyne.
Furthermore, Gda Fahy said that the bicycle was later found and asserted that gardaí have secured it for technical examinations.
She concluded by urging anyone with information relating to the crime to contact Leixlip Garda Station on 01 666 7800.
When asked by the Leinster Leader about the robbery, a garda spokesperson had this to say: “Gardaí responded to a report of a robbery at a commercial premises on Main Street in Maynooth, County Kildare, shortly after 2pm on September 19 last.
“A man entered the premises and fled with cash and prescription medication.
“No injuries were reported.”
Lastly, the spokesperson said that investigations into this crime are ongoing.