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Attempted Robbery Witness Appeal

A female shop assistant bravely fought off a man with a knife who demanded money from the till at The Corner Shop, Ruskin Road, Carshalton, on Tuesday 22nd November at 17.00hrs. The suspect produced what appeared to be a kitchen knife from under his coat after his bank card was declined at the counter when paying for a packet of 20 cigarettes. As the suspect moved behind the counter, the shop assistant grabbed hold of his right arm which was holding the knife. The suspect said: “Give me the money and I won’t hurt you.” He then left empty handed when another customer walked in and before police arrived.

The suspect is described as a white man aged about 40-45, 5ft 7in tall and of medium build. He was wearing a dark coat, green jumper and blue jeans. He had a scarf wrapped around the bottom of his face and was wearing a black beanie hat. If you saw the incident or have any information that could help police with their enquiries, please contact Sutton Police station on 101. Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.