POLICE are still hunting for an armed robber who targeted a shop in Hampshire.

The armed robbery took place at One Stop in Village Road, Alverstock, and police are stepping up their hunt for the culprit.

The robber threatened a member of staff with what is believed to be a handgun, and stole money from the till.

The incident happened on April 5, just after 6am.

A 48-year-old man from Gosport, who was arrested on suspicion of robbery as part of this investigation, has been released from custody but remains under investigation.

Police say the culprit is described as white, of medium build, 5ft 11 inches tall, and wore a high visibility jacket and dark coloured clothing.

Police have moved to reassure the community.

Detective Sergeant Andy Lucas said: “I would like to reassure the community that this type of crime is not common and fortunately no one was hurt.

"We haven’t received any similar reports in the area and so we are currently treating this as an isolated incident.

“We take all incidents involving weapons extremely seriously and are continuing to carry out enquiries in the area to progress our investigation.”

Anyone with information is urged to contact DC Daniel Whiting at Fratton Police Station on 101 quoting 44170126397.