Police Release CCTV Images of Farnley Armed Robbery

CCTV images have been released of a man police want to speak to in connection with an armed robbery at a Leeds convenience store.

It took place at 4.13pm on Wednesday after two men pulled up outside the store on Tong Approach in Farnley on a scooter.

One, who was wearing a white and blue helmet, entered the store and threatened the 59-year-old male shopkeeper inside with a claw hammer while demanding money.

He then grabbed the victim's mobile phone before fleeing after the 59-year-old resisted.

The man who entered the store was described as Asian, 5ft 10ins in height with a long thin nose, wearing a helmet with a missing visor.

The second man was wearing dark clothing and a dark coloured helmet.

DC Craig Rika of Leeds District CID, said: "We are appealing for witnesses to what would clearly have been a frightening incident for staff inside the shop.

"I would ask anyone who saw two men pull up outside the store on a scooter or flee following the offence or who can help identify the offenders to contact myself Leeds District CID on 101.

"Information can also be given to the independent Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111."