Police hunt for three men with gun and axe following attempted shop robbery

Three men carrying an axe and a gun threatened staff during an attempted robbery at a Baildon shop.

The men wearing face coverings threatened staff at the Co-op, in The Staithes, at just after 10.35pm yesterday following reports of a shop robbery.

One of the suspects was believed to be carrying a small axe, while another was believed to be in possession of a small silver gun.

The suspects fled the scene in what was believed to be in a black VW Golf.

No injuries were reported and nothing was believed to have been taken.

A West Yorkshire Police spokesman confirmed its enquiries are continuing.

Anyone with any further information is urged to call Bradford District CID on 101

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