The big picture: Suffolk police are appealing for witnesses after an armed man robbed the Tesco Express store on Nacton Road at 20:50 BST on Wednesday, just two days after a similar incident at a nearby Co-op.
Key details:
A man entered the store wearing a balaclava
He reportedly showed staff a large knife and a claw hammer
The suspect stole cash from the till, placing it in a Tesco bag for life
He fled on a bicycle towards Clapgate Lane
Staff and customers were unharmed
The suspect was described as a male, around 5ft 8 ins tall, of stocky build, and wearing a grey tracksuit.
Polie fear potential link: Police believe this incident may be connected to the Co-op robbery in Ravenswood on Monday, 23 September. The Co-op robbery involved two balaclava-clad suspects, also believed to be carrying knives.
What they're saying: Suffolk Police stated they are investigating a possible connection between the two robberies, highlighting the similarity in methods and proximity of the targeted stores.
What's next: Police are urging anyone with information about either robbery to come forward. For the Tesco incident, quote reference 37/54711/24. For the Co-op robbery, quote 37/54337/24. Contact Suffolk Police via:
Phone: 101
Crimestoppers: 0800 555 111 or www.crimestoppers-uk.org (100% anonymously)
