Witness appeal after Worthing armed robbery
Four victims were left shaken but unhurt
Police are appealing for witnesses and information following an armed robbery in East Worthing.
At around 5.30pm on Thursday the 23rd of December, four members of staff were approached by two masked men while closing up on Southdown View Road.
The men both had firearms and detained the staff before loading cigarettes into a white Mercedes panel van.
They were disturbed by police and made off from the scene on foot, leaving their vehicle and stolen goods behind.
The first suspect is described as 5’11”, of skinny build, wearing a black balaclava, dark coloured top, black shiny tracksuit bottoms and black trainers in a knitted fabric with a white letter on the side and white soles.
The second suspect is described as 5’11”, of skinny build, wearing a white or cream face covering, a light grey hoody pulled tight around his face with a drawer cord, dark coloured trousers or jeans in a tight fit, and white high-top trainers.
Investigating officer, Detective Constable Tom Hawkins, of Worthing CID, said: “Despite an extensive area search, there was no trace of the suspects and we are now appealing for the public’s assistance. If you saw what happened or have any information about the incident, please come forward.
“The members of staff were understandably shaken by the incident, but thankfully unhurt.”