Police appeal for witnesses to attempted armed robbery in Waterlooville

- Thu 30th Aug 2007

Detectives are today (Thursday, August 30) appealing for witnesses to an attempted armed robbery that happened this morning at about 7.30am at the ‘Frydays’ Fish and Chip Shop in London Road, Widley.

Two men entered the shop wearing balaclavas. They were both carrying knives and threatened a member of staff, demanding he opened the safe.

However, the safe was locked and the two men fled empty handed in the direction of Ladybridge Road and Penjar Avenue.

The suspects are described as:

* White
* Approximately 6’0” in height
* Wearing dark clothing and balaclavas

Detective Sergeant Martin Crocker said: “The victim was unharmed in this incident but is understandably very shaken by it.

“Crime scene investigators have carried out a detailed examination of the premises and we’ve taken statements from numerous witnesses. We are also now in the process of examining CCTV from the area at the time of the robbery.

“We’d urgently like to speak to anyone who was in the area at the time who may have seen these two men near the time of the incident or has any other information.”

Hampshire Police have sent us this request in case any Hayling Islanders were visiting the area this morning.

Witnesses or anyone with information should contact Waterlooville CID on 0845 045 45 45 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

By forum user, Mat

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