Manhunt underway after armed raid in the Midlands this morning
Gardai have launched a manhunt after a botched armed raid on a shop in Longford town this morning.
It comes after a man entered a retail premises in the county town armed with a knife.
Upon entering the shop, the male suspect is believed to have threatened staff after making a demand for money.
It's understood the man fled the store seconds later empty handed.
No arrests have been made, but gardai have confirmed an investigation into the incident is now underway.
"Gardaí are investigating the robbery of a business premises in Longford town this morning, Sunday 4th June 2023," said a garda spokesperson.
"The suspected offender entered the premises armed with a knife and threatened staff.
"No injuries were reported. No items were taken from the premises.
"Investigations are ongoing."