Armed Robbery Shakes Gosport Wine Store
Police are hunting a masked robber who held up the Grande Wine Store on Palmyra Road, Gosport, just after 9:30pm on Sunday, March 27.
Knife or Gun? Staff Threatened at Gunpoint
The man, face covered and armed with what appeared to be a handgun, threatened a staff member before making off with £340 from the till. Fortunately, no one was hurt during the terrifying ordeal.
Robber’s Description
- White male
- Between 6ft and 6ft 3ins tall
- Skinny build
- Wore black padded raincoat with hood up
- Dark trousers, black ski-style gloves, mask
Police Appeal for Witnesses
“This is an extremely rare incident and doesn’t seem linked to any other reports,” said DC Julie Way. “The premise was targeted at night during wet and windy weather when few people were around.”
Investigators are still trying to confirm if the weapon was a real handgun or an imitation. DC Way added, “I’m especially keen to hear from a man and a woman who used the store shortly beforehand and may have seen what happened. I’d also like to hear from anyone who may have found discarded clothing nearby.”
Anyone with information is urged to come forward and help catch the culprit behind this bold robbery.
