Investigation launched after robbery at Park Lane Cards & Gifts in Houghton

Shortly after 5pm on Tuesday, January 7, Northumbria Police received a report of a robbery at Park Lane Cards & Gifts on Newbottle Street in Houghton.

A Northumbria Police spokesperson said: “It was reported that a man entered the shop and grabbed a quantity of money out of a member of staff’s hand before making off.”

“The employee was left shaken but uninjured.”

An investigation has been launched into this incident by police officers and inquiries are currently ongoing.

Anyone who may have witnessed the incident or who has any information that could help with these inquiries is being asked to call police officers on 101 quoting the reference number 804 070120.

Alternatively, they can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 to remain anonymous.