POLICE are hunting for a thief who snatched cash from a newsagents' till.
The man, in his 30s, helped himself to money from a shop in Albert Road, Widnes, at 4pm last Friday.
He ran off over Halton View bridge.
The robber was white, of slim build, 5ft 10ins to six feet tall and was wearing a dark green coat.
Detectives are anxious to hear from anyone who may have seen the thief entering or leaving the shop.
Please ring Widnes CID on 01244 613734 if you have information.
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