A MAN armed with a gun has robbed a betting shop.

The suspect walked into Ladbrokes in Carlisle Road, Eastbourne, and chatted with the manager before pulling out what is believed to be a firearm and demanding money.  

He ran off with more than £1,000 cash at around 7.40pm on Tuesday (April 5).

The man was white between 6' and 6'2", of slim build with an untidy patchy beard.

He was wearing a black jacket, white trainers and a light coloured cap.

Detective Inspector Neil Ralph of Sussex Police said: "We are keen to trace 31-year-old Ryan Skinner who is from the town.

"Ryan is described as white, around 6' and of slim build with short brown hair and a patchy beard. 

"I would advise members of the public not to approach him directly, but if you do know where he is then call 999."

Witnesses should email 101@sussex.pnn.police.uk or call 101 quoting serial 1335 of April 5.

Alternatively, you can call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via crimestoppers-uk.org.