Police have released CCTV images of a man they want to speak to, following an attempted robbery in Blackpool.



At around 7.40am on June 29, a man entered McColls shop on Egerton Road.

He selected items and approached the counter to pay, handing a staff member a £20 note.

As the shop assistant opened the till, the man went to grab the contents. The worker grabbed the man’s hand and the offender threatened him, claiming he had a knife and gun.

The raider eventually let go of the money and ran out of the shop empty-handed.

Following enquiries detectives would like to speak to this man, pictured, in connection with their investigation.

Det Con Ian Massey, of Blackpool CID, said: “We are investigating an attempted robbery at a Blackpool shop.

“A man has entered the store and while initially appearing to be a customer, has attempted to steal money once the till has been opened.

“It is only thanks to the quick-thinking actions of the shop assistant which prevented the man taking cash.

“We want to speak to this man, pictured, as part of our investigation. If you recognise him, please contact police immediately.”

Anyone with information can contact police on 101 quoting crime reference WA1711480.