Police investigate 'frightening' knifepoint robberies in Bedford
Officers do not believe that the two incidents are linked
Investigations are underway following two 'brazen and frightening' knifepoint robberies in Bedford.
The first incident happened at around 5am on Wednesday (15 April) near the Tesco Extra Petrol Garage on Cardington Road.
A lorry driver was confronted by a man wearing a grey hooded top and a wolf-style face mask.
The suspect opened the vehicle door and demanded the driver's wallet while holding a knife.
A second man was also present, described as wearing a dark-coloured tracksuit with a hood concealing his face.
The driver sustained minor injuries during the confrontation.
Shortly afterward, at the coffee shop on St John’s Street, a similar robbery took place just after 5.30am.
A man threatened the staff with a knife and demanded cash.
According to witness reports, the suspect was a 5’6” man of dual heritage, identifiable by a wrist tattoo with the name “Shorna”.
His face was obscured by a black jumper, and he wore a grey hat.
After the robbery, he was observed heading towards London Road.
Detective Inspector Lisa Scott from Bedfordshire Police’s Criminal Investigation Department said: “We currently do not believe that these two incidents are linked but are appealing to the public for any information that could help us identify those responsible for these brazen and frightening robberies.”