CHESHIRE Constabulary has released images of three thugs who held up a shop in Orford.

The three criminals entered a shop off School Road, Orford, on Saturday, April 22.

They demanded money from shop workers at approximately 10pm on the evening in question.

Warrington Guardian: The men were dressed in black when they held up the shopThe men were dressed in black when they held up the shop (Image: Cheshire Police)

The individuals seen on CCTV cameras inside the shop caused damage to the premises, as well as stealing a large quantity of cigarettes at the time.

These three men, who were all dressed in black with black masks, are now the subject of an investigation - this is ongoing, and officers are continuing to appeal for information.

Detective constable Neil Mooney said: “This distressing incident has left a staff member extremely shaken and I want to make it clear that we are doing all we can to locate the offenders and bring them to justice.

“As part of our investigation, we’ve now released the CCTV images of the men we are looking to identify."

Warrington Guardian: The thugs were wielding baseball bats at the timeThe thugs were wielding baseball bats at the time (Image: Cheshire Police)

DC Mooney added: “While the men have their faces covered, you may recognise their clothing or their build, and I would urge anyone who thinks that they know the identity of the suspects to get in touch.

“The same goes for anyone who witnessed anything suspicious, or anyone with any CCTV or dashcam footage which may our investigation.”

Anyone with information is urged to contact Cheshire Police via https://www.cheshire.police.uk/police-forces/cheshire-constabulary/areas/cheshire/about-us/about-us/provide-more-information-about-an-appeal/ quoting IML 1530589 or call 101.

Information can also be passed on to Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555 111 or visit https://crimestoppers-uk.org/give-information/forms/give-information-anonymously