Police hunt hammer-wielding robber in Cheltenham

Image caption, A man robbed a shop in Cheltenham and then fled the scene, police said

Police are searching for a man carrying a hammer who robbed a shop and threatened staff.

The incident was reported in Winchcombe Street, Cheltenham, just after 13:00 BST.

The man reportedly smashed cabinets, stole items and threatened staff before he fled in a vehicle, Gloucestershire Police said.

No injuries have been reported. The search is being supported by the National Police Air Service.

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