Guests of restaurant De Buffel on the Dorpsplein in Best overpowered a robber on Friday evening who had entered the business and threatened with a firearm. He demanded money.
The robbery took place around 11:30 p.m.
Cracking performance
Due to the courageous performance of the guests, the robbery failed. They managed to hold the man until police arrived. The robber was taken to the police station for further investigation.
There were dozens of people in the restaurant during the robbery. Victim support has been called in for them. “Because such a robbery makes a big impression,” explains a police spokeswoman.
Weapon
The weapon threatened by the robber has been seized. It is being investigated whether it is a real or a fake weapon. No shot was fired during the robbery.