Police release CCTV of Eastbourne armed robbery suspects
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Two robbers burst into Ladbrokes in Langney Shopping Centre at about 9.45pm on Tuesday (February 9).
One of the suspects, who had a knife, threatened a member of staff and demanded money from the safe.
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Hide AdA large quantity of cash was handed over and the two men left.
The first suspect, carrying the knife, is described as a white man of slim build, about 5’ 11”, wearing a grey hoody covering his head, a dark coloured scarf around his face and gloves. He spoke with a fake London accent.
The second suspect is described as slim, about 6’ 2”, wearing a black hoody or jacket and dark coloured trousers.
Both suspects, who disguised their identities throughout the incident, are believed to be in their 20s.
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Hide AdAnyone who witnessed the incident or has any information is asked to email [email protected] or call 101, quoting serial 1558 of 09/02.
Alternatively, you can call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 (www.crimestoppers-uk.org).
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