Robbers target Ellesmere Port pub

Tuesday, 10 April 2018 18:14

By Chris Brook

Masked men threatened staff and stole cash from The Cat on Wolverhampton Road

Police have said members were subjected to a "terrifying ordeal"

At around 12.30am on Monday 9 April three men wearing balaclavas entered the Cat pub while staff members were cleaning up.

Staff were threatened with violence and the offenders stole cash before leaving

Police are appealing for anyone who may have seen the men entering or leaving or anyone acting suspiciously in the area to come forward.

The men are all described as tall with an athletic build and were wearing dark clothing with their faces concealed. At least two of them are white and speak with a local accent.

Anyone with information should call 101.

More from Local News

Chester man sentenced for murder

Video

A man has been sentenced after he was found guilty of murdering a woman at his home in Chester.
Hundreds to turn Chester’s streets green to raise money for Clatterbridge Cancer Charity

The streets of Chester will turn green as hundreds of people take part in a glowing night walk to help local people with cancer.
Major step forward as powers move from Westminster to Cheshire and Warrington

The transfer of powers from Parliament to Cheshire and Warrington has been confirmed, giving local people and leaders more control over their destiny.
Police warn Nissan Navara owners to be vigilant following thefts

Police are warning Nissan Navara owners in Cheshire to be vigilant following nine thefts in the past two months.
Member of the Welsh Parliament blasts continued saga over the default 20mph speed limit

Sam Rowlands, Member of the Welsh Parliament for North Wales, says the default 20mph speed limit is still causing confusion and frustration in North Wales.
Chester man found guilty of murder

A man has been found guilty of murdering a woman at his home in Chester.
Blues Match Report: Hereford 5 - 2 Chester

Video

Chester FC fell to defeat in Worcestershire against Hereford at the Sixways Stadium on Tuesday evening.
Public toilets could be spared closure under Community Asset Transfer plans

The future of three sets of public toilets could be preserved after Flintshire County Council’s cabinet agreed to transfer the facilities to local management.
Cheshire Police Commissioner called on to apologise for misleading public over cost of Land Rover

Recent Freedom of Information data shows that the Cheshire Police Commissioner, Dan Price’s Land Rover has cost the taxpayer more than three times as much as just claiming business mileage over the same period.
Man charged with 39 offences related to online grooming

A 26-year-old man, formerly of Chester, has been charged with 39 offences following an investigation by Cheshire Constabulary’s Online Child Abuse Investigation Team.
Chester and Wirral Football League - Weekend Round Up

Here are the latest results from the Chester and Wirral Football League...
Planned public consultations on Place Making Plans for Flint and Mold

Flintshire County Council is set to launch consultations to help shape the future of the towns of Flint and Mold, and local people are being encouraged to share their views.
Eastgate Square unveils centre-wide improvements as part of long-term repositioning strategy

Eastgate Square has completed a significant programme of centre-wide improvements, reinvigorating its central atrium, The Square, and enhancing the overall visitor experience in the heart of Chester.
Blues Match Preview: Hereford v Chester FC

Chester FC travel to Sixways Stadium in Worcester this evening for a meeting with Hereford.
Major step forward as powers move from Westminster to Cheshire and Warrington

The transfer of powers from Parliament to Cheshire and Warrington has been confirmed today, giving local people and leaders more control over the region’s future.
TOP CHESTER CHOIR SET TO BE JOINED BY SPECIAL GUESTS FOR FIRST CONCERT OF THE YEAR

A Chester-based choir, which is highly regarded as one of the best chamber choirs in the Northwest, will be joined by special guests for its first concert of 2026.
RISING YOUNG CLASSICAL MUSIC STAR TO JOIN CHESTER ORCHESTRA FOR CATHEDRAL CONCERT.

A rising star of the classical music world is set to join Chester Philharmonic Orchestra for its first concert of 2026.
Family pay tribute to 24-year-old woman who died following fatal collision in Barton

The family of a 24-year-old woman who died following a collision in Barton have paid tribute to her.
Safer access improvements to begin in Penyffordd

Transport improvement works will get underway this week at Penyffordd Roundabout, Flintshire County Council has announced.
Local MP to Host International Women’s Day Coffee Morning for Local Residents

Residents are warmly invited to join Samantha Dixon MP for a relaxed coffee morning and open conversation to mark International Women’s Day (IWD) on Saturday 7th March, 10:00am–11:30am.

Robbers target Ellesmere Port pub

Share

More from Local News

Search