Knife-Wielding Thug Fails Tesco Robbery in Portsmouth
Police have launched a hunt for a brazen crook who tried to rob a Tesco in Portsmouth – but walked away empty-handed.
Knife Threat at Busy Portsmouth Tesco
At around 2.15pm on Saturday, 19 August, a man stormed into the Tesco on Crasswell Street. He threatened a staff member with a knife and demanded cash from the till.
Despite his threats, the man failed to open the till himself and fled without any loot.
Police Appeal: Do You Recognise This Man?
Officers have released a CCTV image as they hunt the suspect. He is described as:
- White male
- 5ft 8ins tall
- Average build
- Wearing pale tights over his head and face
- Dark jacket and trousers
- Gloves
Detective Constable Carla-Marie Moore urged witnesses to come forward: “This happened on a busy Saturday afternoon at a popular supermarket, so there may have been people who saw what happened. Did you see this man in the store, or know who he is?”
How to Help Police Catch the Tesco Robber
“If you think you know this man, please contact us immediately. Anyone with any information can call 101 quoting reference ‘44170321209’ or report anonymously,” added DC Moore.
