A Garda investigation has been launched after a young teen has their mobile phone robbed by a group of thugs alleged to have used a replica gun during the incident.
A 16-year-old was the victim of the robbery, which occurred in Co Carlow at around 9pm last night.
The young male was threatened by a group of youths walking on the Burrin Road, who ordered him to hand over his phone.
And it's alleged that a gun or replica was used in the robbery.
A Garda spokesman said: "Gardai in Carlow are investigating the robbery of a mobile phone from a 16-year-old male youth in Carlow Town on Tuesday 27 April 2021.
"It’s understood that shortly after 9pm the youth was threatened and ordered to hand over his phone by a group of youths while walking at River Burrin, Carlow.
"It’s reported that a gun or replica was produced during the incident.
"The youth left the scene unharmed and contacted Gardaí. All of the circumstances of the incident are under investigation.
"Anyone with information is asked to contact Carlow Garda Station (059) 913 6620 or the Confidential Line 1800 666 111."
