Boy, 14, charged following 'armed robbery' in Galashiels
Last updated 19th Jun 2024
A 14-year-old boy has been arrested and charged in connection with an armed robbery in Galashiels.
A vape shop in the town's High Street was targeted in the alleged knife-point raid around 10.40am this morning (Wednesday).
Police say there are no reports of any injuries.
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A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Officers received a report of a robbery with a weapon at a store on High Street, Galashiels, around 10.40am on Wednesday, June 19th, 2024.
“There were no reports of any injuries and a 14-year-old boy was arrested and charged in connection.
"A report will be sent to the relevant authority.”
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