Shopkeeper attacked in Lowestoft armed robbery

A shopkeeper was threatened with a knife and hit during an armed robbery at a Lowestoft store last night.Three masked raiders targeted the Premier Shop, in The Green, and fled with cash from the till.

A shopkeeper was threatened with a knife and hit during an armed robbery at a Lowestoft store last night.

Three masked raiders targeted the Premier Shop, in The Green, and fled with cash from the till. Police said the shopkeeper was shaken, but unhurt following the robbery at 9.20pm.

The suspects were described as wearing black trousers and black jackets. Two of the offenders wore gloves and all wore masks hiding their faces.

Anyone with information should call Lowestoft CID on 01986 835300 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.