Cork man threatened to 'f***ing shoot' owner of his local shop in botched robbery attempt

When alleged attempt failed, accused then declared that he was only messing

Attempted robbery occurred at Fairfield Stores on Knockpogue Avenue, Cork, on St Stephen's Day, court heard. Picture: Larry Cummins

A young man allegedly tried to rob his local shop on St Stephen’s Day by approaching the counter wearing a mask and keeping his hand in his pocket as he threatened to shoot the shopkeeper.

When this alleged attempt failed, he then declared that he was only messing.