Large sum taken from Crown shop in Inverness

Police Scotland is appealing for witnesses following an alleged robbery at a shop in the Crown area of Inverness.

Entry was forced to Crown Stores, Kingsmills Road, Inverness at approximately 10pm on Tuesday, the 11th of July.

A large sum of money was taken from the premises. No weapon was used in the incident and a female shopworker who was present at the time was uninjured.

Police are now attempting to trace a man, around 5ft 8in to 5ft 10in in height.

Detective Chief Inspector Michael Sutherland said: "Extensive police enquiries are ongoing following this incident and a significant presence will be maintained in the area for public reassurance"

"I would encourage anyone who witnessed anything unusual in the area on Tuesday night to come forward"

"We are particularly keen to speak to anyone who saw a man, 5ft 8in - 5ft 10in in height acting suspiciously and carrying a black bin liner to make contact"

"Anyone with information which could help our enquiries should contact Police on 101, quoting reference NN17225/17, or if you prefer to remain anonymous then call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.