Appeal following attempted robbery in Carluke

Officers are appealing for information following an attempted robbery in Carluke.

A man entered a store on High Street, Carluke, around 9am on Saturday, 18 October, 2025. He threatened staff with a weapon before making off.

He is described as being around 5ft 8in tall, of slim build and wearing all dark clothing.

There were no reports of any injuries and enquiries are ongoing.

Detective Constable Christine McLanachan said: “Thankfully no-one was injured as a result of this incident but staff were left understandably shaken.

“Our enquiries are ongoing and I am appealing to anyone who was in the area at the time and saw what happened to get in touch.

“I would also ask anyone with dash cam or private CCTV footage which could assist to contact us.”

Anyone with any information is asked to contact 101 quoting reference 1022 of Saturday, 18 October, 2025.

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