Police are appealing for witnesses and information following an attempted robbery at a shop in Pirton, near Hitchin on Saturday morning (March 6).

Shortly after 7am, a man entered the village store and post office on the high street.

He threatened the member of staff and demanded cash. He was holding a knife.

The female member of staff ran from the store with the offender following her out, before driving off.

The man is described as in his early 20s, slim build and about 5ft 11in tall.

He was wearing a black Nike jacket and camouflage trousers. He was also wearing gloves.

Detective Sergeant Anna Luxon, from the North Herts Local Crime Unit, said: "The incident understandably left the member of staff shaken, but fortunately unhurt.

"We would like to speak to anyone who was in the area this morning and who believes they may have seen or heard something.

"Did you see any unusual activity in the village this morning? Or did you see a man of this description or a car leaving the area maybe at speed?"

It is believed nothing was taken during the incident.

Call non-emergency number 101 quoting reference ISR 92 of 6 March. Or you can email DS Luxon at [email protected].

Alternatively you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or visit their website www.crimestoppers-uk.org.