Swindon betting shop cashier robbed at knifepoint by masked men

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The Betfred shop in West Swindon District Centre
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Two masked men are being hunted by police after the raid in West Swindon District Centre on Saturday

A betting shop cashier was held at knifepoint by masked raiders who demanded cash.

Police are investigating the raid, which involved two men who targeted the Betfred shop in West Swindon District Centre, at about 16:50 GMT on Saturday.

They made off with money in a green carrier bag, Wiltshire Police said.

There will be an increased police presence in the area while the raid is investigated and anyone who witnessed the robbery is urged to contact police.

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