A bookmakers in Court Wurtin, Ashford was targeted by three men on Monday 7.11.2005 at 18.00hrs.

The men came into the shop and ran to the till area at the rear of the premises.

Two of the men grabbed cash from the tills, and the third appeared to keeping a look out on the shop floor.

A member of staff approached one of the men at the tills, who pushed him to the floor and punched him.

The staff member sustained facial injuries, which required hospital treatment.

All three men ran from the shop, and it is believed they turned right and into an alleyway that leads in to the housing estate.

The man who kept lookout is described as possibly white, 5’10” tall, wearing a black mask, dark clothing and a hooded top;

The man who punched the staff member is described as Afro Caribbean, over 6’ tall, slim build and wearing dark jeans and a dark hooded top.

The third man is described as Afro Caribbean 5’10”- 6’ tall, slim build and wearing dark jeans and a hooded top.

All are said to be in their 20’s.

Weald police would like to speak to anyone who information regarding this incident. Contact DC Abi Cochrane at Ashford Police Station on 01233 896826.

Alternatively call Crimestoppers Hotline on 0800 555111. Calls to Crimestoppers are free, you do not have to give your name and you may be eligible for a reward

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