Man Arrested Following Report Of Armed Robbery In Berwick

Sunday, 20 October 2024 06:00

By Dominic Kureen @WriteOnDom

Police have arrested a man on suspicion of armed robbery following an incident in Berwick on Friday afternoon (17 October).

Officers were called to Berwick Post Office in Station Road at around 3pm to reports of a robbery.

The suspect had left the scene and an investigation was launched to locate him.

A 52-year-old man from Seaford was arrested later in the evening on suspicion of armed robbery and possession of a firearm. He remains in custody at this time.

Detective Inspector Steve Shimmons said:

“The investigation into this incident is ongoing, but we are not currently looking for anyone else in connection.

“There will be an increased police presence in the area into the morning, and I would like to thank the community for their patience and understanding, particularly during the initial phases of the incident.

"The main road through the village has now been reopened.

“Anyone who saw what happened or has relevant video footage is asked to contact police online or via 101, quoting serial 791 of 17/10.”

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