Detectives at Kingston Crime investigation Unit are appealing for witnesses following an armed robbery at a pharmacy in Cheltenham last Wednesday.

Police have been told a man armed with a knife entered the pharmacy on Charman Road about 2.30pm

It is believed the robber approached the front counter and made demands for cash which was handed over.

He then fled the scene.

The offender was described as being around 170cm tall with a medium build.

He was wearing a blue hooded top with black pants, white runners and a black balaclava and gloves at the time of the incident.

Investigators have released an image of a man that may assist with their enquiries.