AN INVESTIGATION into a daylight robbery at a Westbourne travel agents is continuing as police search for three men.

Officers were called to Bath Travel in Poole Road just after 3pm on Friday following reports that the offenders had stormed into the premises demanding cash.

The men, all described as white, were then seen fleeing the scene and heading towards Prince of Wales Road.

It is believed they then drove away in a black car, possibly a Volkswagen Golf, or something similar.

Police have confirmed a quantity of money was taken, but have not revealed the amount. No one was injured in the incident.

Detective Sergeant Neil Wright, of Bournemouth CID, said: “This was a frightening ordeal for members of staff.

“I am appealing to anyone who witnessed the incident, or saw three men running away from the scene or getting into a dark coloured car, to please call me on 101.

“All calls will be treated in strict confidence.”

No arrests have been made.

Witnesses and anyone with information should call Dorset Police in confidence on 101 quoting incident number 17:251. Alternatively, call the free and anonymous Crimestoppers line on 0800 555 111 where mobile phone tariffs may apply.