POLICE UPDATE: Man fighting for life after six men rob Peterborough jewellery store

Police are appealing for information following a robbery in Peterborough that left a man fighting for his life.

Cambridgeshire Police said emergency services were called to LaLa Jewellers, in Gladstone Street, at about 11.50am today (14 November) with reports of violence.

Police said six men entered the store, including two who were wearing white, traditional Pakistani clothing.

A spokesperson for Cambridgeshire Police said two employees behind the counter were assaulted and shelves were emptied, before the men fled in separate vehicles.

Police said one employee, a 50-year-old man, suffered serious injuries and was taken to hospital, where he remains in a life threatening condition.

The other employee, a 30-year-old man, suffered minor injuries.

Local reports have said that knifes were used in the incident - although police have not confirmed those details.

Detective Inspector Tracy Sawyer said: “This is a very concerning incident which has left one man seriously injured and we are carrying out extensive enquiries to identify those responsible.

“We would like to hear from anyone who was in the Gladstone Street area at around the time of the robbery and saw anything suspicious either before or after the incident.

“We would also urge anyone with CCTV, doorbell or dashcam footage from the area which may have captured something relevant to please get in touch.”

Anyone with information should contact police online via www.cambs.police.uk or via 101, quoting reference 35/88602/26. Information can also be reported anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.