Police call for witnesses following armed robbery in Pirton

By Layth Yousif 14th Sep 2022

Police are re-appealing for witnesses following an armed robbery in Pirton
Police are re-appealing for witnesses following an armed robbery in Pirton

Re-appeal following robbery in Pirton

Police are re-appealing for witnesses following an armed robbery in Pirton. 

The incident happened on Saturday, August 27, when, at around 2pm, a man walked into Pirton post office in High Street and threatened a member of staff with what is believed to be handgun, before leaving with some cash.  

The suspect is described as a white man, aged in his 30s and he was wearing a black cap, blue jeans and a black Adidas top. 

It is believed he got into a blue Vauxhall Mervia.  

Detective Inspector Ben Smith said: "We are continuing with our investigations and are trying to locate the suspect.

"I am appealing to the public for any information that could help us with our inquiries. Were you in the area on this day?

"Did you see a man or someone acting suspiciously? Did you see the vehicle described? Please get in touch if you think you can help."

     

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