Investigation underway after armed robbery in Leeds
Then men were armed with machetes.
Investigations are continuing today after an armed robbery in Leeds yesterday afternoon
It took place at the Halifax bank at the Penny Hill Centre on Church Road just after 12.30p,
Four masked men armed with weapons including machetes, entered the branch, threatened staff and stole cash - the car they used was found later by officers.
Police released the following statement:
"Police are appealing for information following an armed robbery at a bank in Leeds."
"Leeds District CID would like to speak to anyone who witnessed or has information about the incident which took place at the Halifax bank at the Penny Hill Centre, Church Road, Leeds at around 12.37pm this afternoon.
"It took place after four masked men armed with weapons including machetes, entered the branch and threatened staff.
"They then fled with an amount of cash and left the scene in a silver Fiat Punto.
"The car was later located abandoned on Gardeners Court.
"Initial enquiries are ongoing by Leeds District CID and anyone who witnessed the robbery, saw the suspects approach or leave the bank, or who saw the Fiat Punto being abandoned on Gardeners Court is asked to get in touch.
"Information and any mobile phone footage of the robbery can be given to Leeds CID on 101 referencing crime number 13210247865.
"It can also be given online at www.westyorkshire.police.uk/101livechat or anonymously to the independent Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111."