Armed raider steals cash from Kilkenny post office

A Co Kilkenny post office was targeted by an armed raider last night.

The robber entered the Kilmoganny Post Office at approximately 5.20pm yesterday evening.

He was wearing blue jeans, a hooded top and had a scarf concealing his face.

He spoke with an Irish accent. He threatened the cashier with a handgun and demanded money before escaping on foot with a quantity of cash.

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses who were in the Kilmoganny area between 4.30-5.30pm yesterday evening.

Callers are asked to contact the Incident Room at Thomastown Garda Station at 056 7754150 or contact the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111.