Police appeal following robbery at Peterborough jewellers

Police are appealing for information following a robbery in Peterborough.

Emergency services were called to Lala Jewellers, in Gladstone Street, at about 11.50am today (14 November) with reports of violence.

Six men entered the store, including two who were wearing white, traditional Pakistani clothing.

Two employees behind the counter were assaulted and shelves were emptied, before the men fled in separate vehicles.

One employee, a 50-year-old man, suffered serious injuries and was taken to hospital, where he remains in a life-threatening condition.

The other employee, a 30-year-old man, suffered minor injuries.

Detective Inspector Tracy Sawyer said: “This is a very concerning incident which has left one man seriously injured and we are carrying out extensive enquiries to identify those responsible.

“We would like to hear from anyone who was in the Gladstone Street area at around the time of the robbery and saw anything suspicious either before or after the incident.

“We would also urge anyone with CCTV, doorbell or dashcam footage from the area which may have captured something relevant to please get in touch.”

Anyone with information should contact police online or via 101, quoting reference 35/88602/26. Information can also be reported anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.