ROBBERS armed with a shotgun and a machete stole about £2,000 from a bookmakers in Oxford.

Police said two men entered Ladbrokes in Blackbird Leys Road and threatened staff.

One was carrying a machete and the other was armed with what is believed to be a shotgun.

The raid happened at about 8.30pm last night.

The men were both white and were wearing balaclavas. One was also wearing a fluorescent jacket.

Det Con Steve Clarke said: "This robbery has left the staff shocked and upset, although fortunately no one was injured. I am keen to speak to anyone who was in the area at the time and saw anyone acting suspiciously or who has any information about the incident."

Anyone with any information should contact Det Con Clarke via the Police Enqiry Centre on 0845 8 505 505. If you do not want to speak to police or leave your name, call the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.