Thieves targeted a Highland post office early on Monday – threatening staff with a weapon.
The armed robbery took place at the Post Office in Brora, which is within Steps Emporium on Victoria Road.
Staff were threatened with a weapon, but nobody was hurt.
Police have not said what was taken in the raid, which happened at around 9.20am.
A number of police cars were reported to have been seen driving northwards towards Brora on the A9 with their flashing lights on.
Steps Emporium – which has “temporarily hosted” the Post Office since September 2021 – was been taped off for much of the day as investigations got under way.
Local residents have said the community is on edge since the incident.
East Sutherland and Edderton councillor Jim McGillivray said: “I’m absolutely shocked, it’s not the kind of thing that happens in this part of the world.
“I’m really surprised and I hope the police catch up soon with the culprit.”
A Post Office spokesman said: “We are in contact with Police Scotland regarding a robbery at Brora Post Office and are also in contact with the person who was working at the Post Office to see what support we can offer.
“Anyone with information should contact the police or Crimestoppers.”
‘Extensive inquiries ongoing’
Officers are appealing for information following the robbery, however, police have not confirmed what has been stolen.
Detective Inspector Bryan Ronald of CID said: “Extensive inquiries are ongoing, including reviewing CCTV from the area.
“We are asking anyone who was in the area at the time of the incident, particularly between 8.45am and 9.30 to get in touch. This includes motorists, you may have dash-cam footage and captured something that can assist our inquiries.”
Anyone who can assist is asked to contact police on 101, quoting incident 2023, or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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