A KNIFEMAN dressed all in black escaped with cash after threatening off-licence staff.

Armed with a four-inch long black handled knife, he threatened staff at Bargain Booze in Elephant Lane, at about 8.20pm on Monday, December 27.

After taking what police say was a small amount of cash he headed in the direction of Sutton Heath Road.

He is described as 6ft tall, aged between 20 and 30, with a medium build.

He was wearing a black waterproof jacket, trousers, and baseball cap. The hood of the coat was pulled up.

Police are appealing for witnesses. Anyone with information can contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.