POLICE are appealing for witnesses to an armed robbery on Saturday, February 19.
The incident happened at Eccleston Hill Stores, Prescot Road, at about 8.40pm, when a man, armed with a knife, entered the store and threatened staff before escaping with cash from the till.
The robber is described as white and 5ft 8in tall with a medium build. He spoke with a local accent.
Anyone able to help can contact DC Paddy Kilgannon at St Helens CID on 0151 777 6064, or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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