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Police are appealing for witnesses following a robbery at the Choice Café on Aylestone Road near to Lothair Road in Leicester.

The incident happened at about 5pm yesterday afternoon (Monday April 27, 2009) when the victim, a woman in her forties, was approached by a man who threatened her with what is believed to be a knife.

The man stole a quantity of cash before running off down Lothair Road before turning left onto Brooksby Road.  

He is described as of dual heritage, aged in his mid twenties to early thirties, 6ft to 6ft 2" tall, of medium build, with a thin moustache.  He spoke in a low voice and had large hands.  He was wearing a grey coloured hooded top with the hood up and dark coloured combat trousers.  He was carrying a black coloured rucksack with thick straps.

Detective Constable Gemma Ashmore, who is investigating the incident, said: "We are keen to speak to anybody who may have witnessed this incident or recognises the description of the suspect.  

"Think back, where you in the Aylestone Road, Lothair Road or Saffron Lane area at around 5pm on Monday evening? You may have been driving along Aylestone Road at about this time. Did you see a man matching this description walking or running in the area? If so then please contact me.

"We are appealing for anyone who may have any information about this incident or remembers any suspicious activity in the area at the time to get in touch."

Anybody with any information is asked to contact DC 4219 Gemma Ashmore on Leicester (0116) 222 2222, follow the instructions to leave a message for a police officer and when prompted key in the officer's identification number 4219. Alternatively contact Crimestoppers, which is free* and anonymous on 0800 555 111.

* Please note, some mobile phone service providers may charge for this call.

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