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Robbery at Coalville bookmakers
Posted on 15/11/11
Robbery at Coalville bookmakers
Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward following a robbery at a shop in Waterworks Road, Coalville.
The incident happened at about 9pm on Thursday November 3, when a member of staff was forced back inside the shop, Bet Sharpe Bookmakers, by two men as he was locking up.
The two men, one carrying what has been described as a firearm and the second a saw, threatened the victim (59) and demanded he hand over cash.
The victim handed over a quantity of cash and the two men also took his mobile phone and a set of keys before leaving.
They also smashed the windscreen to the victims car.
The victim received minor injuries as a result of the incident but did not require hospital treatment.
The two men are described as being white, approximately 6ft tall and of slim build. They were wearing long black coats and Halloween masks.
Detective Constable James Harrison, the investigating officer, said: We have been carrying out extensive house to house enquiries since the incident happened and have spoken to a number of helpful people. What we want to do now is extend our appeal to the wider public and hope they will be able to help.
I would like to talk to anyone who was in the area that night or anyone who recognises the two men described. Did you see where they went? Did they get into a vehicle nearby? Did you see what they were carrying? Any information could help us so please give us a call.
Anyone with any information is asked to contact DC 1804 James Harrison by dialing 101. Follow the instructions to leave a message for a police officer, and when prompted key in the officers identification number 1804. Alternatively, you may contact Crimestoppers, which is free* and anonymous, on 0800 555 111.
- Please note, some mobile phone networks may charge for this call
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