CROWBAR-wielding robbers kicked in a shop door and threatened staff before making off with a 'Hippo' bag full of cigarettes.

Police say the two men struck at Whalesmead Post Office, in Fair Oak Road, Bishopstoke.

The two men entered the building after kicking in the front door, before threatening the owner with a crowbar after he challenged them.

The pair then filled a 'Hippo' bag with cigarettes.

Officers say they fled on a scrambler-type motorbike.

Police say the incident happened sometime between 9.50pm and 10.10pm on Tuesday, September 25.

Anyone with information is asked to call 101, quoting reference number 44180362450.