Police hunt for man who robbed corner shop at knifepoint while wearing boxer shorts on his head
The man made off with a quantity of cash after the robbery
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.Police are hunting for a man who robbed a shop at knifepoint while wearing a pair of boxer shorts on his head as a disguise.
The man held up the McColls convenience store on Lyde Road in Yeovil at around 8:30PM on Monday 14 September.
He was wearing what police believe to be a pair of grey and white patterned boxer shorts on his head, and brandished a large kitchen knife at staff before making off with a quantity of cash.
The boxer shorts appeared to cover most of his face, leaving only the top of his head and eyes visible.
He is described as white, with either a dark, tanned complexion or dirty skin.
He is also said to be skinny, in his 20s, and around 6 feet tall. He had dark stubble, a moustache, and short, dark gelled hair.
Avon and Somerset Police have asked local residents around Victoria Road in Yeovil to check their gardens and bins for a knife or a pair of boxer shorts, in case the robber disposed of his weapon and disguise as he fled.
Anyone with information is asked to call them on 101, quoting reference number 102046/15.
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments