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Deal man charged after robbery at post office in Ramsgate Road, Broadstairs

15:28, 05 August 2024

updated: 16:18, 05 August 2024

A man has been charged following a robbery at a post office.

Police were called at 6.42am on Saturday, August 3, to a report that two men had entered the premises in Ramsgate Road, Broadstairs, and threatened staff.

Money was taken from a till at a Post Office in Broadstairs. Stock pic
Money was taken from a till at a Post Office in Broadstairs. Stock pic

It was alleged that money was taken from the till and the pair then left the area.

Officers turned up shortly afterward and arrested two people.

Yesterday, Harry Marshall, 21, of Hay Hill, Deal was charged with robbery, possession of a knife and possession of an offensive weapon.

He was remanded in custody to appear before Margate Magistrates Court today.

A 19-year-old man was bailed pending further enquiries.

Police arrested two men, with one charged and another bailed, after a robbery at a post office. Picture: Stock image
Police arrested two men, with one charged and another bailed, after a robbery at a post office. Picture: Stock image

The police investigation is ongoing and anyone with information to assist officers’ enquiries should contact Kent Police on 01843 222289, quoting the reference number 46/129449/24.

Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or you can complete their online form.

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