A man is due to appear in court charged in connection with an alleged robbery at a convenience store in Poole.

Dorset Police were called at 7.40am on Sunday following reports of a robbery at Central Convenience Store in Ashley Road.

A 44-year-old man from Poole has been charged with robbery and possessing a knife or bladed article in a public place and is due to appear before Bournemouth Magistrates’ Court today. 

Detective Sergeant Ian Allen, of Bournemouth CID, said: "Even though a man has been charged, enquiries are ongoing and I am appealing to anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information to please call me."

Witnesses and anyone with information should call Dorset Police in confidence on 101 quoting incident number 15:81. Alternatively, call the free and anonymous Crimestoppers line on 0800 555 111 where mobile phone tariffs may apply.