Heroic builders capture raider after attempted armed robbery of Cork shop

A suspected imitation firearm was recovered a short time later following a fingertip search of a ditch

Picture: Eddie O'Hare

Have-a-go hero builders helped capture a raider after an attempted armed robbery of a popular seaside shop in Cork.

An 18-year-old male is now being quizzed by detectives at Togher Garda station where he is being detained under the provisions of section 30 of the Offences against the State act, which allows gardaí hold a suspect for up to three days.