Dramatic CCTV footage has revealed the terrifying moment two masked robbers threatened staff with a large knife during a late-night raid at a Sutton Coldfield convenience store.
The shocking incident occurred at the One Stop shop on Birmingham Road in Wylde Green at approximately 10:40 PM on Tuesday, October 24. Two hooded individuals entered the store brandishing what appears to be a substantial kitchen knife, immediately putting employees in fear for their safety.
Chilling Details of the Robbery
According to West Midlands Police, the assailants confronted staff members while wielding the weapon, demanding they empty the contents of the till. The thieves successfully made off with a quantity of cash before fleeing the scene on foot towards Chester Road.
One witness described the perpetrators as wearing dark clothing with their faces completely concealed, making identification challenging for both staff and subsequent investigators.
Police Appeal for Information
Detectives have launched a comprehensive investigation and are urging any members of the public with information to come forward immediately. A spokesperson for West Midlands Police confirmed they are following several lines of enquiry and examining additional CCTV footage from surrounding areas.
"This was a frightening experience for the staff members involved, who were simply going about their work when confronted with this terrifying situation," said the police representative.
Community Reaction
Local residents have expressed shock and concern following the brazen attack. Many have described Wylde Green as typically being a quiet, residential area where such violent incidents are rare.
"It's really shaken people up," one local business owner commented. "We never expect something like this to happen right on our doorstep. Everyone's thinking about the poor staff who had to go through that ordeal."
The store has since resumed normal operations, though the psychological impact on employees remains a concern for both management and the wider community.
Anyone with information about the incident is encouraged to contact West Midlands Police quoting crime reference number 20/1103180/23.
