Possible armed robber on the run after telling Tesco Express staff in Southbourne he had a gun before stealing tobacco
Police hunt for man after robbery
Police are undertaking an “extensive search” for a man who robed a store near Emsworth after telling staff he had a gun.
The incident took place at the Tesco Express in Stein Road, Southbourne at around 11.39am this morning (Saturday, October 24). While no weapons were seen, the man told staff that he had a gun before making off with a quantity of tobacco.
The suspect currently remans at large.
A Sussex Police spokesperson said: “Officers have carried out an extensive area search for the suspect, who remains outstanding at this time. We have also secured the scene for forensic investigations, and the public can expect to see police resources in the area as our enquiries continue.
“Anyone with any information about the incident is asked to contact us online or via 101, quoting serial 622 of 24/10.”