Appeal for information after man threatened at knifepoint in robbery

Officers are appealing for information after a man was threatened at knifepoint in a robbery in Stoke-on-Trent.

Police were called to a business premises off Cemlyn Avenue, Blurton, just after 10.20am on 16 May.

The victim reported being threatened at knifepoint with the suspect demanding money.

The offender left the scene having stolen a small quantity of cash.

The victim was not injured but left shaken following the incident.

Officers wish to speak to the suspect described as a white male, of a slim build, and was seen wearing a black and white chequered face mask, a black jacket and black trainers.

He was seen leaving the scene on foot in the direction of Cemlyn Avenue.
Inquiries are ongoing.

If you were in the area at the time and have any information that could help the police with their inquiries, contact Staffordshire Police on Facebook, Twitter, or call 101, quoting incident number 208 of 16 May.

Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.