Shaftesbury armed robbery: Police issue image of potential witness
He may have seen what happened
Detectives investigating an alleged armed robbery in Shaftesbury are issuing an image of a man they would like to speak to as a potential witness as part of their ongoing enquiries.
A man in possession of a handgun, entered the Co-op in Beaufoy Close at 1.36pm on Wednesday 30 June .
He demanded money from a shop worker and then left with a quantity of cash.
Detective Inspector Nicky Jenkins, of Weymouth CID, said:
"We are continuing to investigate this matter and have been carrying out a large number of enquiries.
"We have now obtained an image of a man who was in the area around the time of the incident. I would like to stress that we are looking to speak to this man as a witness as he may have information that could assist our investigation and I would urge anyone with information as to his identity to please contact us.
"Local officers are continuing to carry out increased patrols in the area and can be approached by members of the public with any information or concerns."
A man was previously arrested in relation to the incident and has been released under investigation as enquiries continue.
How to contact Dorset Police
Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk, via email 101@dorset.pnn.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55210104201.