A DPD delivery van driver was reportedly robbed of his parcels at knifepoint today - just days before Christmas.
Essex Police are appealing for any information, witnesses, doorbell or dashcam footage in relation to the armed robbery in Chelmerton Avenue, Chelmsford.
It was reported the driver of a DPD van was approached by three suspects in a car, one of whom was carrying a knife.
The armed suspect threatened the victim and took several parcels from the van before leaving in the direction of Baddow Road at about 10.45am.
The suspects’ vehicle may have been a silver Toyota Prius.
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Two suspects who got out of the car were wearing black hooded jackets, grey jogging bottoms and black ski masks. One suspect is believed to be about 5ft 8in tall.
A spokesman for the force said: "We want to hear from anyone who can assist our enquiries – contact us quoting incident number 364 of Thursday 18 December.
"You can let us know by submitting a report on our website or by using our online Live Chat service which is available 24 hours-a-day, seven days a week.
"Visit our website to find out more about our online reporting services.
"Alternatively you can call 101.
"If you would like to make an anonymous report you can contact independent charity @Crimestoppers, by visiting their website or by calling 0800 555 111."
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