A masked man threatened staff with a knife before making off with money during a raid on a shop.

The Co-op on High Croft, Kelso was targeted by the man, who had a stocking covering his face, at around 10.25pm on Monday.

He used a knife to threaten the shop workers before taking a three-figure sum and making off on foot.

The knifeman has been described as around 5ft 9in with a slim build.

At the time of the robbery he was wearing a jacket with large grey and black checks running horizontally and vertically, rather than in a diamond pattern, with the hood up, a white t-shirt, dark skinny jeans and blue and white trainers.

Officers investigating the "frightening" incident are appealing for suspects to come forward and have commended the bravery of the two staff members that were present.

DC Andy Loughlin of Galashiels CID said: "This was a frightening incident for the two staff who had a knife presented at them, I commend their bravery in dealing with this situation so calmly. The man was wearing distinctive clothing and I would ask anyone who may have seen him in the area before or after the robbery to come forward."

Anyone with information should contact Police Scotland on 101.