A shop worker at a convenience store was confronted by a raider carrying a firearm and told to empty the tills.

The incident happened at 10.15pm at the One Stop Shop in New Road, Ditton on Friday.

Police have today charged two teenagers in connection with the robbery.

A force spokesman said a man entered the store as a staff member was in the process of closing up.

He was carrying what appeared to be a gun and demanded that the employee open the tills and empty the contents into a black sports bag, before making off.

Officers raced to the scene and made a number of inquiries, which resulted in two arrests in East Malling this morning.

An air pistol was also seized and the stolen money recovered.

A 17-year-old has been charged with robbery and possession of an imitation firearm with intent to cause fear of violence.

He appeared at Sevenoaks Magistrates' Court on Monday and was bailed to appear at Maidstone Crown Court on Thursday, October 9.

A 16-year-old has also been charged with handling stolen goods and obstructing a constable in execution of their duty. He was bailed to attend court on Thursday, October 9.