Armed raiders brandished a handgun and demanded cash at a McDonald's Restaurant.

The robbery happened at the drive-in section of the fast food chain at the Milton interchange, near Didcot, at 8.53pm yes- terday.

Two men, who were both white, pulled up on a motorcycle and showed a member of staff a handgun. The robbers then escaped with several hundred pounds.

Police have launched an urgent appeal for witnesses. They are also eager to trace a red or red and silver motorcycle, possibly an Aprilla brand, which may have been used by the robbers.

A police spokesman said: "Staff were shaken but unhurt."

Anyone with information is asked to call Didcot CID on 01235 776542.

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