Police have cordoned off a Santander branch in Southport after a man attacked a security guard and stole a cash box on Tuesday night (October 20).
The incident was reported at around 10.30pm outside the bank on Chapel Street. The suspect fled on foot, and the victim suffered a minor facial injury.
Police Appeal for Witnesses
Detective Inspector Sara Lang said: "We are in the early stages of the investigation and are keen to speak to anyone who may have saw the incident.
"If you live in the area or were driving past at the time, please check you CCTV or dashcam footage for anything that might help with our inquiries. The smallest detail could be the key to finding the person responsible."
Investigation Underway
A picture seen by the ECHO shows police tape outside the bank, with a van parked nearby. The image was taken at 6.30am on Wednesday morning.
Anyone with information can contact Merseyside Police via their social media desk on X or Facebook @MerPolCC, or report information through the police website or by calling 101 quoting incident reference 26000863385.
Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their website. In an emergency, always call 999.
