AN armed robber is on the run after striking at a petrol station.

At about 6.15am on Friday police received a report of a robbery at the Shell petrol station on Benton Park Road in South Gosforth, Newcastle.

A man had entered the garage with what is believed to be a firearm and threatened the male staff member on duty in the station at the time.

The offender – who had his face covered – made off on foot in the direction of the Haddricks Mill roundabout.

He was able to steal a quantity of cash during the incident. The staff member was not injured.

Emergency services attended the scene and a search for the offender is ongoing.

Extra officers will be in the area this morning to carry out enquiries and if anyone has any concerns they are encourage to speak to those officers on duty.

Detectives investigating the robbery are also appealing for any witnesses, or anyone who saw anyone acting suspiciously in the area, to get in touch.

The offender is described as white, 5ft 8ins, of stocky build and a local accent. He was wearing jeans, a grey hoody with a gilet over the top. He was wearing his hood up and had his face covered.

  • If you can help police then call them on 101 quoting log 122 23/03/18 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.