POLICE investigating a robbery at a Co-op store in Stanford-le-Hope have launched an appeal.

It was reported three men went into the store in High Street at around 9.30pm yesterday, April 29.

They proceeded to put hundreds of pounds worth of alcohol and cigarettes into bags before leaving.

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It was also reported one of the men was seen in possession of a knife.

A spokesman for Essex Police said: “We are also aware of a video on social media relating to this incident.

“We are working to identify the men involved in the incident and need anyone with any information to come forward.

“If you have any information, CCTV, dash cam or other footage in relation to this incident, then please get in contact with us.

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“Please quote incident 1511 of April 29.

“Alternatively you can call us on 101 but always call 999 in an emergency or contact Crimestoppers anonymously by visiting their website or calling 0800 555 111.”