A 19-year-old man from Writtle has been arrested in connection with the armed robbery of a four-figure sum from the Betfred shop in Forest Drive, Chelmsford, last Tuesday.
The man was arrested on Wednesday, February 11, in Writtle on suspicion of robbery and drug offences, and has been released on bail pending further enquires until Wednesday, March 25.
Meanwhile, police have renewed their appeal for witnesses to the crime, which happened at around 5.55 pm on Tuesday, February 10.
A man went into the betting shop and threatened the lone cashier with what appeared to be a gun, stealing a four-figure sum of cash in the process.No one was hurt and the suspect ran away in the direction of Savernake Road.
Investigating officer Pc Dan Smith of Chelmsford CID said: "I would to speak to anyone in the area at that time who may have seen a man, described as white, mid-late 20's, slim build, wearing an Adidas top with stripes on the sleeves and grey jogging bottoms. The area was still quite busy and someone may have seen this man loitering or fleeing the scene."
Anybody with any information or who saw anything suspicious is asked to contact officers at Chelmsford CID on 101. People can also give information to the independent crime-fighting charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via an Anonymous Online Form at www.crimestoppers-uk.org
