Police are appealing for witnesses to an armed robbery that took place in the centre of Horsforth last week.

The incident happened at 2.25pm on Thursday, June 18, when a man with what appeared to be a handgun entered Hardaker's bakery, in Town Street, and threatened staff.

The robber, who was white, about 5ft 8ins tall, and in his late 20s, left with money from the till. No one was injured.

Police would like to hear from anyone who saw the robbery or who has information on the man, who was pale skinned, of slim to medium build and had a protruding upper lip. He was wearing a padded navy blue anorak.

Anybody with information is asked to contact Det Sgt Karen Milner at Weetwood police station by calling 0845 6060606 or Crimestoppers, anonymously and in confidence, on 0800 555 111.