Man takes cash during robbery at bookmakers in Telford
Police are investigating after around £300 pounds was stolen during a robbery at a Telford bookmakers last night.
An unknown man entered Coral bookmakers on the High Street in Dawley at just after 9pm and approached the counter.
He warned a female member of staff that he had a gun in his pocket but then stated that as long as she handed over some money no-one would get hurt.
The staff member quickly put some cash in a blue cloth bag and handed it to the man who then left the shop and made off in the direction of the back of the Co-Op and Portley Road.
A police spokesman said:
"Although no gun was actually seen by staff in the shop this was a frightening incident for the individuals who witnessed the robbery.
"We are speaking to these witnesses in detail today but are also very keen to speak to anyone else who believes they may have information about the robbery.
"The offender is described as wearing dark blue or black clothes and as having a hood up over his head and a scarf half covering his face.
"It is thought the hood was part of a hooded top being worn under the dark jacket he was wearing rather than actually being part of the jacket.
"Investigating officers are currently studying CCTV footage from inside the shop and are also looking a possible CCTV opportunities on Dawley High Street and neighbouring businesses.
"The investigation is at an early stage but images of the suspect may be released at a later date if the offender is not identified quickly.
"Anyone with information about this incident, or who believes they may know who's responsible, is asked to contact investigating officers on 0300 333 3000.
"Alternatively, please remember that Crimestoppers can also be called anonymously 0800 555 111."
