Police seek potential witness in Tesco Express armed robbery investigation
Suffolk police have released an image of a man they believe may have witnessed the recent armed robbery at Tesco Express in Ipswich.
The big picture: Police are appealing for public help to identify a potential witness to the Tesco Express robbery on Nacton Road, which occurred at 20:50 on Wednesday, 26 September.
Key details:
- Police have released an image of a man they believe witnessed the robbery
- The incident involved a balaclava-clad man who entered the store with a large knife and claw hammer
- He stole cash and fled on a bicycle towards Clapgate Lane
- Staff and customers were shaken but unharmed
- Investigators are exploring a possible connection to a Co-op robbery two days earlier
What's next: Suffolk Police are urging anyone who recognises the man in the image to come forward. They should contact the police quoting reference 37/54711/24.
How to help:
- 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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