Shopkeeper threatened with imitation firearm during armed robbery in Old Whittington
The incident occurred at Netty's Convenience Store, Whittington Hill, at around 7pm on Friday.
A man demanded the shopkeeper open the till, threatened her with an imitation firearm and then stole the till before running out of the shop and down Whittington Hill.
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Hide AdThe offender was also wearing what has been described as a “Halloween” mask of an old man and was also wearing black gloves.
The victim was not physically hurt in the incident.
Officers want to speak to anyone who has any information, was in the area at the time or who may have been driving in the area and have dashcam footage that shows the offender leaving the scene.
Alternatively, call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.