A male entered the store, purchased a scratchcard, then reached over the counter and threatened staff with a screwdriver.
Gardaí are appealing for witnesses following an armed robbery in Naas town on Monday evening at approximately 5.15pm.
The incident occurred at the Maxol Service Station on Sallins road.
A male entered the store, purchased a scratchcard, then reached over the counter and threatened staff with a screwdriver.
An amount of cash was taken.
The suspect is described as medium height, with black hair and a beard, wearing a grey tracksuit and black runners.
He is also reported to have a small tattoo on his hand.
Anyone who was in the area at the time, or who may have seen a man matching this description running along the Sallins Road, is asked to come forward.
Gardai said staff were left badly shaken following the incident.

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