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Armed robbery in Cumbria - Post Office staff threatened with firearm

Police are currently investigating a report of an armed robbery in Frizington.

The incident took place at the Post Office on Main Street, where staff were threatened with a firearm.

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Man charged after armed robbery in Cumbrian village

The robbery occurred at Frizington Post Office on October 28 Credit: ITV

Police have charged a man in connection with a robbery at a post office in a Cumbrian Village.

Officers were called to Frizington Post Office at 6:17am on October 28 after a member of staff was threatened with a firearm. She was unharmed but left distressed after the incident.

Paul Farish, 18, has been charged with robbery and possessing an imitation firearm. He appeared at West Cumbria Magistrates Court today and has been remanded in custody. He is due to appear at Carlisle Crown Court on December 7.

A second man, aged 19, who was also arrested in connection with the incident has been released on police bail.

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