A SHOPKEEPER has been robbed at knifepoint by a man who demanded cash.

It took place at the News Plus store in Alfriston Gardens, Sholing, between 7.15am and 7.20am on Monday.

A young man, who was holding a knife, entered the store.

He demanded money from the shopkeeper, who was standing behind the counter.

The 67-year-old shopkeeper challenged the man and he ran from the store.

The man is described as:

  • white
  • aged in his late teens to early 20s
  • of slim build
  • wearing a dark hooded top with the hood up, a bandana around the lower part of his face, and dark trousers.

PC Russell Smith said: “This incident occurred early in the morning when not many people would have been around.

“We are keen to speak to anybody who remembers seeing a man running away from this area at this time.

“If you have any information please get in touch as soon as possible.”