A MAN has been arrested in connection with two robberies at two separate betting shops in Worcester.

The first robbery happened on Monday, 26 March when a man walked into a bookmakers on Angel Street and demanded money from the cashier.

The second incident took place on Tuesday, 3 April when a man entered a betting shop on Derwent Close, Warndon and again demanded cash.

On both occasions, staff were threatened with what appeared to be a hand gun.

A man in his 30s was arrested on suspicion of both robberies yesterday (12) in Kent by officers from West Mercia Police.

He is currently in custody at Worcester police station where he awaits questioning.