Witness appeal after betting shop robbery in Leek
Robbers raided a betting shop in Leek on Sunday, May 6, and stole cash from behind the counter.
At around 5.45pm, two men entered Betfred on Derby Street. Staffordshire Police believes they approached and left the shop via Market Street.
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Staffordshire Police
Both offenders are described as white aged in their late 20s to early 30s. One was taller than the other. One wore sunglasses and a Burberry style baseball cap. The other wore a dark jacket and a dark baseball cap.
Detective Sergeant Tim Boulton said: "This was a distressing incident for the two women who were working in the shop at the time but fortunately they were not injured and no weapons were used by the offenders.
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"I am keen to hear from anyone who may have seen these men acting suspiciously or anyone who may know them."
Anyone with information should contact DC Carl Dixon or DS Tim Boulton at Staffordshire Police on 101 quoting incident number 535 of May 6. Or call independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Comments
by HAGGI5
Thursday, May 10 2012, 8:47AM
“Maybe the bookie got so upset at having to payout a £3000 bet on a 100-1 horse that.....it felt like a robbery!”
by MigrantsRule
Wednesday, May 09 2012, 6:20PM
“quote.... one was taller than the other, wow,,anyway i """"BET"""" they don't catch them...”