Police are appealing for information after an armed robbery of a Co-op in Dartford last night (May 17).

Officers were called to the supermarket in Colney Road just after 10pm after reports of a man threatening staff with what appeared to be a gun.

He took cigarettes and money before leaving on foot.

The man is described as being of medium build and about 6ft. At the time, he was wearing dark clothes.

No one was hurt during the incident and police have appealed to anyone who saw anything suspicious or has information about the incident to come forward.

Witnesses can call Kent Police on 01303 289 600 quoting XY/29338/18.

Alternatively, anyone who wishes to remain anonymous can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.