STAFF have been forced to hand over cash to two masked robbers who threatened them with a knife in a Tesco raid.

The Tesco Express in Cholsey, near Wallingford, was targeted by the two men, who covered their faces with scarves and hoods, last night shortly before 10pm.

Police said the pair entered the shop, in Ilgnes Lane, and one man threatened the a shop worker with a small knife whilst demanding money from the till.

An unknown amount of cash was handed over and the robbers fled on foot.

Police said they were dressed in black and grey hooded jumpers, with jogging bottoms and black trainers.

Investigating Officer DC Christopher Cassidy, of Force CID at Abingdon station, said: “We are appealing for anyone who may have seen this incident.

“Any amount of information will be helpful to us with our investigation.”

Any details call police on 101 referencing 43180254784