Witness Appeal: Attempted Armed Robbery
Following yesterday’s [Feb 21] attempted armed robbery at the Wok Express in Southampton, the police said they are interested in speaking with potential witnesses, and anyone who may have been in the Riviera Road area around 5:30pm and saw anything suspicious.
At approximately 5,30pm last night a man entered the take-out restaurant, brandished what appeared to be a gun at the employee, and escaped on foot empty handed. The suspect has been described as tall and skinny, and wearing dark clothing.
A police spokesperson said, “Inquiries are ongoing into the attempted robbery of the Wok Express on Middle Road in Southampton around 5:30pm Wednesday, February 20th.
“Following the incident, the offender made good his escape on foot through the rear of the property heading toward Riviera Road.
“Detectives are interested in speaking with potential witnesses, in particular members of the public who may have been in the Riviera Road, Southampton area around 5:30pm Wednesday and saw anything suspicious.
“No detail is too insignificant as this investigation progresses and persons with any information are encouraged to contact the lead investigating officer Detective Sergeant Derricka Burns at the Somerset Criminal Investigation Unit on 234-1010.”
