Staff were threatened with a knife when three men stole cash from the Co-operative store in Mill Road, Deal, at 6.30am today.

The robbers left with a quantity of cash and police are appealing for witnesses.

A spokesman for The Co-operative said: "Staff members involved are shaken but unhurt.

"The police are carrying out a forensic examination and have also been given CCTV

footage of the incident.

"The store will remain closed until tests are completed."

Anyone with information should call 01304 240055.