Appeal after armed robbery at Co-op in Queen Street, Arundel

A masked man entered the Co-op store in Queen Street, Arundel, and threatened staff with what appeared to be a handgun at 9.55pm last Monday, November 23.

No shots were fired and nobody was injured but the robber stole thousands of pounds in cash.

Police are appealing to anyone who has any information or who recognises the man to come forward.

The suspect is white, about 5ft 8in tall and of a medium build. He is estimated to be between 20 and 40 years old and walks with a limp.

Police are searching for this suspect

Investigating officer Detective Inspector Pauline Lane said: “We would like to speak to anyone who recognises the man in the footage or witnessed a man matching the description acting suspiciously at the time of the incident.

“Those working in the shop were understandably shocked and we are determined to bring the suspect to justice.”

Police are also keen to speak to a woman who was seen entering the shop at the time of the incident.

DI Lane said: “Was this you? If so, we urge you to make contact with us to assist us in our investigation.

To Co-op in Queen Street, Arundel

“We understand matters like this will cause alarm in our communities and this is why we will be continuing with our high visibility presence in the area.

“We are working hard to locate the perpetrator for this incident and to bring him to justice. Please get in contact with us with any information you believe could help our investigation.””

Anyone with information is urged to call police on 101, quoting Operation Launch.