Shop robbed twice in 24-hour period

Jan 21 2013

Police are hunting thieves after an off-licence was robbed twice in less than 24 hours.

The first incident took place at the G101 store on Kilbarchan Road in Johnstone, Renfrewshire, at 11.50am on Sunday.

Two female members of staff, aged 28 and 61, were threatened by a man with a weapon who made off with cash and cigarettes.

The suspect, who ran off towards McLaurin Crescent, is white, 5ft 9ins and was wearing a faded red t-shirt, a black beanie style-hat, a black scarf covering his face, a brown Parka-style jacket with a furry hood, brown jogging bottoms and white trainers.

At 10.20am on Monday, the same store was targeted again by a man who threatened two female staff before leaving with a quantity of cash.

He is described as white, 5ft 10ins and wearing a blue jacket, dark-coloured jogging bottoms, a dark scarf around his face and a beanie hat.

Detective Sergeant Gerry McWatt, of Paisley CID, said: "These robberies have been a terrifying experience for the members of staff working at the off sales.

"Any information could prove crucial to helping officers track these men down.

"I'd like to reassure the local community we are doing everything we can to catch the men responsible. Officers are carrying out door-to-door enquiries and examining CCTV footage."

Anyone with information on the incidents is asked to contact Paisley police office on 0141 532 5900 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.