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Bristol Post
Bristol Post
National
Toby Codd

Man threatened staff and stole cash from Bristol convenience store

An unknown man threatened staff and stole cash from a store in Bristol this morning (October 9). Police were called to a convenience store in Church Road, Redfield, at 5.58am.

Officers searched the surrounding area tin an attempt to identify the offender but could not find him. Avon and Somerset Police has confirmed that no one was injured during the incident.

The force said in a statement: "The suspect is described as male, slim, and about 5ft 6ins. His face was covered by a light brown snood and an orange coat with the hood up.

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"We are in the process of obtaining CCTV footage, which will be reviewed as part of our enquiries.

"We would ask anyone who saw the incident or a man matching the description provided please calls 101 and gives the call-handler reference number 5222242919."

You can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100 per cent anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their Anonymous Online Form. No personal details are taken, information cannot be traced or recorded and you will not go to court or have to speak to police when contacting Crimestoppers.

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