POLICE are appealing for information following an armed robbery at a post office in Purfleet.

Two men entered the post office in Garrison Parade just before noon on Tuesday, September 30, armed with a hammer and demanded money.

A sum of money was stolen during the robbery and the post master received minor injuries.

The suspects arrived at the location on a moped and wore helmets - one was black and the other silver.

A moped and a hammer have been recovered however the suspects are outstanding.

One of the men is believed to be black and the other white.

Anyone with information should contact Dc Grant Welbourne at Grays CID on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.