Police are hunting a masked gunman who threatened staff in an Argyll and Bute hair salon before fleeing with cash earlier today.
The robbery took place about 10.50am at Phemie’s Hairdressers in Edward Street, Dunoon, with what is reported to have been a firearm.
The robber demanded money before making off with a three figure sum of money towards John Street.
A police spokesman said: “He is described as white, approximately 6ft tall, wearing a black balaclava or woollen hat, black top and black and grey tracksuit trousers.
“No firearm was discharged and no one was injured.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact officers at Dunoon on 101 or in confidence to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.