Man charged following attempted robberies in Broxbourne

Firstly, at just before 7.30pm, a man entered a petrol station shop on Hoddesdon High Street and demanded staff hand over money, this was refused and the man fled (41/38147/22).

Then at around 7.40pm, a man entered the Post Office, High Road, Broxbourne and staff were told to hand over money and again this was denied before the man made off (41/38149/22).

In both instances the man was holding a bag in which he suggested he had a weapon. No weapon was seen in either incident.

Shane Parker, aged 47, of Macers Court, Broxbourne has been charged with two counts of attempted robbery. He has been remanded in custody and is due to appear at St Albans Magistrates court tomorrow (Wednesday 18 May).

Any witnesses or anyone with information can report it online, speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat, or call the non-emergency number 101, quoting crime reference 41/38147/22 or 41/38149/22.

Alternatively, you can stay 100% anonymous by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their untraceable online form (opens in a new window)