POLICE are still searching for two masked raiders who robbed a Preston off licence at gunpoint.

The men escaped from the Drinks Cabin, in New Hall Lane, with a substantial amount of cash.

At around 10.25pm on Monday, May 25, a man, wearing a balaclava and a camouflage jacket, produced a revolver and demanded cash from the till. His accomplice wore a cap and a black bubble jacket.

They threatened staff and two customers with a six inch barrel revolver before making off.

Preston Police are treating the matter as serious and are appealing to the public to help them catch the robbers. If you have any information call the police on 01772-203203.

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