Police are hunting two robbers who escaped with a "substantial amount of money" after raiding a betting shop.

The pair struck at Stanley Racing, in Derry Avenue, South Ockendon, just after the shop opened at about 11.45am on Sunday.

A police spokesman said one man jumped over the counter and threatened the manager with a pointed weapon and demanded cash.

Anyone with information should contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555111

Published Tuesday October 22, 2002

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