Armed police called to Brighouse as knife thugs threaten milkmen

The would-be robbers claimed they had knives and would “stab” the milkmen.

The confrontation happened in Aysgarth Avenue, Smith House, Brighouse, at around 11.20pm on Monday.

The men were delivering milk in a plain white Peugeot van and police believe the raiders may have mistaken it for a parcel delivery van with high-value goods.

One of the robbers tried to get into the back of the van but the driver had already got back inside and the doors had automatically locked. The driver’s mate was already in the passenger seat.

The driver reversed back and one of the men struck the side of the van. The raiders fled empty-handed when the milkmen refused to get out of the van.

Armed officers in two vehicles were quickly on the scene and the area was searched.

In a statement West Yorkshire Police said: “Police are investigating an incident involving a vehicle which is said to have occurred in Aysgarth Avenue.

“The suspects are reported to have made threats to stab the occupants, although no knives were seen.

“Local officers are providing reassurance in the community and making further enquiries to identify any witnesses.”

Anyone with information should contact Calderdale police on 101 or information can be reported anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.