Three men are being sought in connection with a robbery at a jeweller's in Co Monaghan yesterday.
The men entered the store on Main Street, Castleblaney at 11.53 am and became involved in a physical struggle with the owner during which he was pepper-sprayed.
The three men proceeded to smash the display cases with a hammer and stole diamonds and gold jewellery.
They then ran from the shop and got into a black Citroen Saxo vehicle bearing the registration plates 00D67315,
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The vehicle drove in the direction of the Keady Road.
The scene was preserved and a full technical examination was carried out.
Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact Castleblayney Garda station on 042-9740668