Armed Police arrest man

Officers are appealing for key witnesses following a robbery in Telford yesterday evening, in which a man was arrested.

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Around 7.10pm, officers were called to New Street in Wellington following a report of a robbery in progress at Ladbrokes.

A man threatened staff for money, saying he had a gun. No weapon was seen, no one was injured, and he fled the scene.

Armed officers arrived quickly, and a man was swiftly identified and detained on Crown Street. There was no weapon found in his possession.

The 41-year-old was arrested on suspicion of robbery and remains in police custody.

Eyewitnesses were watching the drama unfold from The Boot micropub in Wellington Market Square as officers detained the man, placing him on the floor in handcuffs.

DS Ryan Forster from Proactive CID said: “The swift actions from officers yesterday has led to a suspect being in police custody.

“We believe there were two key witnesses in the store at the time of the robbery who could have valuable information to assist with our enquiries.

“If you were present at the incident or have any other information which you think might help, please email TelfordCID@westmercia.police.uk.”

Alternatively information can be passed to Crimestoppers anonymously by ringing 0800 555 111 or visiting www.crimestoppers-org.uk.

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