A female employee has been injured during the robbery of a Dublin jewellery store this evening.

Two men entered the premises at The Diamond in Malahide Village at around 5pm.

They threatened staff and stole a number of items - including watches - and escaped in the direction of Church Road and Malahide Castle.

The first suspect is described as 5 foot 9 in height, around 50 years of age, wearing glasses and a yellow jacket.

The second is described as Asian, much younger than the first and wearing a black jacket and white hat.

Anyone who may have seen them before or after the robbery is asked to contact Malahide Garda station on 01 6664600.