Police appeal following Kilmarnock armed robbery

Staff at a Kilmarnock shop were threatened with a knife during an armed robbery this morning, August 12.

Police were called to the store on Meiklewood Road around 7.30am following reports a man had made off with a three figure sum of cash.

There were no injuries and enquiries are going on to trace the ma, who is described as 5ft 11, slim build, wearing a light coloured hooded top with the hood up, dark coloured joggers, dark coloured trainers and carrying a dark coloured rucksack.

Police Appeal

Detective Sergeant Keith Hyndes said: “This was a frightening experience for those within the shop. Although no one was hurt, they have been left shaken by what happened.

“We know the man came from and made off in the direction of the grassy area near Hareshaw Drive and I would appeal to anyone who thinks they may have seen him, or has dash cam or private CCTV of that area, to contact us.

“There will be an increased police presence in the area while enquiries continue and I would like to reassure the public, everything possible is being done.”

Anyone with information or footage which may help enquiries is urged to contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting reference 1069 of 12 August, or to call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.