POLICE were called to a shop in Cowes this lunchtime (Tuesday), after a report that a man had made off with cash.

Hampshire Constabulary says money was later found in a nearby hedge.

Officers were called to Rashley's Premier Express, in Park Road, Cowes at 12.04pm.

A police spokesperson told the Isle of Wight County Press: "A member of staff was threatened and cash was taken. The cash was subsequently located by police in a hedge."

A 27-year-old man from Gurnard was detained in Moorgreen Road, Cowes and has been arrested on suspicion of robbery.