Teenager arrested over Inverness robberies
Police say an "imitation firearm" was used in both robberies last night
Last updated 10th May 2024
A man has been arrested in connection with two robberies in the Highlands.
Police say an "imitation firearm" was used last night when a car was stolen from Dores Road at around 9:40pm.
Money was also taken from a petrol station on Longman road a short time late.
Nobody was injured in either incident.
Police Scotland have confirmed enquiries are ongoing.
A spokesperson said: "A 19-year-old man has been arrested in connection with two robberies in the Inverness area on the evening of Thursday, 9 May, 2024.
"The first incident occurred around 9.40pm in Dores Road where a car was stolen.
"The second incident occurred shortly after around 9.50pm at a petrol station in Longman Road where a quantity of cash was stolen.
"Both robberies involved an imitation firearm and nobody was injured.
"Enquiries are ongoing."