Armed robbery at store in New Parks

Detectives have begun an investigation after an armed robbery at store in New Parks this morning.

Police were called to the store at 7.08am this morning (Thursday 2 July) following a report two masked men had entered the premises threatening staff.

One of the men was reported to be holding what was reported to have been a pistol. A staff member was struck to the head and sustained minor injuries.

The men made off on foot towards Samson Road with a quantity of cash.

Detective Inspector Graeme Baxter from our Complex Investigation Team (CIT), said: “Officers remain the scene this morning carrying out enquiries which include forensic examination and reviewing CCTV.

“We continue to investigate an armed robbery at a bookmakers on Sunday evening in Glenfield and believe due to the similarities and proximity to both incidents, that they could be linked.

“I would like to appeal to anyone who may have seen something connected to this incident to please get in touch. Did you see two men in the area beforehand acting suspiciously? Did you see where the men went when they left the store?

“Footage from doorbells, dashcams or CCTV may have also captured something so please if you live locally, please check your devices.

“Any information you may have could be essential to our enquiries so please come forward if you can help.”

You can pass on information by visiting https://www.leics.police.uk/ro/report/ocr/af/how-to-report-a-crime/ and quoting reference 26*386923.

Alternatively call 101.

Pictures by Leicester Media Online

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Leicestershire Police News Published : 11:36 02/07/2026