Can you help? Witness appeal after Inverness robbery

Police are appealing for information following a robbery at a shop in the Crown area of Inverness.

Officers were called to Crown Stores in Kingsmills Road at around 10pm last night after “entry was forced”.

A large sum of money was taken from the premises and a female shop worker who was present at the time was uninjured.

Police have said no weapon was presented during the incident.

The force is now trying to find a man, around 5ft 8in to 5ft 10in in height.

Detective Chief Inspector Michael Sutherland said: “Extensive police inquiries are ongoing following this incident and a significant presence will be maintained in the area for public reassurance.

“I would encourage anyone who witnessed anything unusual in the area on Tuesday night to come forward.

“We are particularly keen to speak to anyone who saw a man, 5ft 8in – 5ft 10in in height  acting suspiciously and carrying a black bin liner to make contact

“Anyone with  information which could help our enquiries should contact Police on 101, quoting reference NN17225/17, or if you prefer to remain anonymous then call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”