Police bid to trace suspect after betting shop robbery

Humberside Police say it happened yesterday (Sunday) at a betting shop in Ashby High Street, Scunthorpe, around 4.45pm.

He approached a member of staff and demanded cash, the woman handed over the money and the suspect then left in the direction of Priory Lane.

He is described as white, aged 25-35, around 5ft 10ins tall, slim with stubble and dark sideburns. He was wearing a dark coloured baseball cap and a black and grey jumper.

Anyone that was in this area at the time and saw anything that may be able to help is urged to contact 101 quoting log 420 of 14/04/17. Alternatively call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.