A man in his 50s has been arrested as part of investigations into a knifepoint robbery which occurred at a business premises in County Waterford yesterday, Monday April 7th.

A man entered a premises in Cappoquin armed with a knife and demanded a sum of cash, fleeing the scene afterwards.

Gardaí in the Dungarvan area investigating the incident made an arrest this morning as part of their inquiries.

The man (50s) is currently being detained at Dungarvan Garda Station where he can be held and questioned for a period of up to 24 hours.

A file will be prepared for the Director of Public Prosecutions.

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