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Police investigating Plymouth knifepoint robbery

The man police would like to speak to (courtesy: Devon and Cornwall Police)

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An investigation's been launched in Plymouth following a knifepoint robbery.

The incident is reported to have taken place at around 7pm on Wednesday 11 October at the Betfred shop on Plymstock Broadway.

Detectives have released an image of a man they'd like to speak to.

Detective Constable Gareth Jones, of the Priority Crime Investigation Team said: “A male entered the premises on Wednesday evening, brandishing a knife whilst making threats to staff and left with cash from the till. Staff were understandably shaken up by the incident”.

“A 28-year-old man was arrested shortly after the incident but has since been released without charge.

“We are appealing to identify the person pictured who may have information to assist us and we’d also like to hear witnesses and would like to hear from anyone who was in the area of around 7pm and noticed anything untoward.”

DC Jones added: “We would also like to hear from anyone with CCTV, doorbell or dashcam footage of the area during that time that could assist the investigation.”

Police are asking anyone with information to get in touch via 101.

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