Cash stolen in robbery at Peak District’s landmark Buxton Crescent Hotel

Police are appealing for information after staff were threatened and cash was stolen from Buxton Crescent Hotel in the early hours of the morning.
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The incident took place at the historic hotel, located in The Crescent, at around 5am on Saturday, April 16.

A man entered the hotel and threatened a member of staff before making off with cash in the direction of The Slopes.

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Derbyshire police say nobody was hurt in the incident but the staff member was left shaken.

Police are appealing for information after cash was stolen and a staff member threatened at the historic Buxton Crescent HotelPolice are appealing for information after cash was stolen and a staff member threatened at the historic Buxton Crescent Hotel
Police are appealing for information after cash was stolen and a staff member threatened at the historic Buxton Crescent Hotel

The suspect was described as white, in his 50s, of chubby build, and was wearing dark clothing including a black hoodie.

Detectives investigating the robbery are now asking for anyone with information to come forward.

Witnesses, or anyone with information or relevant CCTV footage, should call Derbyshire police on 101 quoting reference 22*215064.

You can also message the force on Twitter, Facebook, or fill out an online contact form.

To report information anonymously, contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visit the Crimestoppers website.