Man arrested after Post Office robbery

Police officers from Mid Devon have arrested a man after responding to reports of a robbery at Thorverton Post Office on Thursday 22 September 2016.

Police were called just after 3.50pm after a man had allegedly entered a post office on Bullen Street and threatened staff with what was thought to be a Taser.

Officers conducted a wide search of the area and apprehended a man on Bickleigh Crest on the A3072, after he allegedly tried to take a vehicle from a passing motorist by pulling them from the vehicle. Police are trying to locate the owner of the car, along with any witnesses to the incident.

A 34-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of robbery and awaits questioning.

Sergeant Mike Warriner from the Tiverton Neighbourhood Team said: “This is a serious crime and we are appealing for anyone who has information regarding this incident to come forward.

“While no one was hurt, money was taken and the victim was left understandably very shaken.

“We wish to speak to the owner of the car, who we believe can help with our enquiries.”

If you witnessed the incident, or know of anything that could help police with their investigation, please get in touch by email at 101@dc.police or by calling 101, quoting crime reference CR/067340/16.

You can also give information anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or by reporting online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.