SDLP MLA Joe Byrne.
The attempted armed robbery of a small business in Strabane at the weekend has been condemned as “disgusting.”
During the incident at a shop on Melmount Road, staff were threatened by a man, armed with a knife who demanded money.
Mr Byrne said: “This attempted robbery of a small business on the Melmount Road is a disgusting act committed by those who have no respect for the community or work of small businesses.
“My thoughts go to the two staff working when the event occurred, who had to endure this awful and stressful ordeal and should be commended for their bravery.
“The first few months of 2014 has been a difficult time for many small businesses without this cowardly threat and attack.
“There has been a spate of attempted robberies across the North West in recent months and I would ask that all business owners be vigilant and contact the police should they notice any suspicious activity.”
Mr Byrne appealed to anyone with information about the incident to pass it on to the PSNI.
He added: “I would also call on the PSNI to do their best to prevent these robberies and reprehend those responsible before someone is seriously hurt.”
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