Police investigate possible link as second convenience store robbed at knifepoint
A knife-wielding robber targeted a Tesco Express in Ipswich on Wednesday night, prompting police to investigate a potential connection to the Ravenswood Co-op robbery earlier this week.
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:
- Website: https://www.suffolk.police.uk/tell-us
- Phone: 101
- Crimestoppers: 0800 555 111 or www.crimestoppers-uk.org (100% anonymously)
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