Woman robs newsagent at gunpoint
The woman was working at RS McColl in Newton Church Road, Danderhall, Midlothian, when another woman entered the store and demanded money from the till.
She made off with a three-figure sum and several packs of cigarettes, before fleeing towards the Edmonstone Road/Millerhill area. Detectives are appealing for witnesses to the incident, which happened at about 6:50pm on Tuesday.
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Hide AdThe suspect is described as white, between 18 and 22 years old, around 5ft 8in, with a slim build and cropped blonde or fair hair. She had a "gaunt" appearance and pale complexion and was wearing a light-coloured cap, blue jeans, black gloves and white and red Nike trainers.
A spokesman for Lothian and Borders Police said: "We have a detailed description and are eager to hear from anyone who believes they recognise her."