Police arrested a man in his 40s after an armed robbery at commercial premises on Main Street in Newcastle.

The incident occurred at approximately 6.10pm on Sunday 31 May.

A masked man entered the premises brandishing a knife, demanded money, and left with a sum of cash.

Officers located and arrested the suspect shortly afterwards on suspicion of armed robbery and possession of an offensive weapon.

The man remains in custody while enquiries continue.

Detectives have appealed for anyone with information to contact police on 101, quoting reference 1234 of 31/05/26.