A ROBBERY a takeaway in Glasgow has sparked a police appeal for information.

Police Scotland said the incident took place at around 10.30pm on Saturday, February 16.

A man walked into Punkha Wala in Maryhill and threatened a customer and staff with a knife. He made off with a three-figure sum of money.

The suspect is described as white, between 5ft 5 and 5ft 7, of skinny build with a gaunt appearance.

He spoke with a local accent and was wearing a dark baseball cap, dark hooded top and dark jogging bottoms.

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Police constable Holly Canning, at Helen Street Police Office, said: “Our officers have been speaking to witnesses, as well as checking CCTV. However, we would like anyone who has not spoken to police and may have information about this incident to come forward.

“The customer who was within the takeaway at the time of the incident left before we arrived and has yet to be identified. We would urge them to get in touch.

“There is also a pub nearby, The Black Horse, and people would have been standing outside. Please think back, do you remember seeing anything?”

Anyone with information is asked to contact police via 101, quoting incident number 4732 of Saturday, February 16 2019.

Alternatively, contact CRIMESTOPPERS on 0800 555 111 where information can be given anonymously.

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