Police appealing for witnesses after reported armed robbery in Whitstable

Witnesses are urged to come forward following a reported armed robbery at a post office in Whitstable.

Kent Police was called at 8.39am on Thursday 19 September 2024 to Swalecliffe Post Office on Herne Bay Road, after it was reported that a man had entered the premises and assaulted a staff member.

It was alleged that the man – described as around 5ft 11in, of slim build, wearing a black balaclava and gloves – had threatened the staff member with a knife before taking cash and postage stamps and leaving the scene.

The man was thought to have also been wearing grey trousers and a grey tracksuit top, with light brown work boots and carrying a black rucksack.

Officers attended and initial enquiries were carried out at the scene.

No serious injuries were reported.

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