A MAN has been charged on suspicion of attempted robbery after an incident at a convenience store.

Police were called to the Kwik Mart in Copthorne Bank near Crawley on Saturday.

It was reported a suspect had gone into the shop and demanded cash, but left empty-handed when a shopkeeper shouted for help.

A man was then held nearby as officers arrived.

Nayib Pailos, 33, a chef, of Copthorne Common, was later charged with assault with intent to commit robbery and possession of a bladed article, namely a pair of scissors, in a public place.

He appeared before Brighton Magistrates’ Court on Monday (June 15) and was remanded in custody to appear before Lewes Crown Court on July 13