Police search for man involved in armed robbery

Police in Wigton are currently searching for a man who is believed to have been involved in an armed robbery.

A woman was threatened with a firearm on George Street but was not harmed.

Armed police officers were sent to the scene and a search is underway for the man and his vehicle, a dark blue Vauxhall Corsa, registration H20 DXX.

It is believed he left the area via the High Street.

The man is described as:

• 5ft 6” tall
• of a thin build
• between 18 to 20 years old
• wearing grey tracksuit bottoms, waterproof jacket with blue trim and a blue hat.

Police are asking the public to contact Cumbria Police immediately on 101 if they see the car.