An urgent manhunt has been launched after Lanarkshire shop workers were threatened with a weapon in an attempted robbery.

Police are appealing for information following the terrifying incident at a store on High Street, Carluke, around 9am on Saturday.

The man, who threatened staff with a weapon before making off, 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 p

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