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Youth ‘threatened petrol station staff with a knife’ in Scunthorpe

Police were called to Sainsbury’s petrol station in Scunthorpe after a youth reportedly threatened staff with a knife.

The young man, described as being in his late teens, entered the premises, off Doncaster Road, at approximately 5.55pm on New Year’s Day. It is reported that he was armed with a knife and threatened staff members while he demanded money from the till.

He then allegedly fled the scene in the direction of Doncaster Road. Humberside Police say their investigation into the incident is ongoing and witnesses are encouraged to come forward.

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Detective Inspector Darren Gray said: “I’d like to offer my reassurance to the community that we take reports like this very seriously. Our investigation is ongoing, and we are following extensive lines of enquiry to identify the person involved in the incident.

“Anyone who has information that may assist with our enquiries can contact us on our non-emergency number 101 quoting log 522 of 1 January.”

Alternatively you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Original artice: https://www.grimsbytelegraph.co.uk/all-about/scunthorpe

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