A 45-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with a robbery which took place in Ayr last week.

The incident took place at the Farmfoods store in Main Street, around 6.40pm on Friday, March 26. 

The man is expected to appear at Ayr Sheriff Court today [Tuesday, March 30]. 

Chief Inspector Brian Anderson, Area Commander for South Ayrshire, said: “I’d like to thank the public for their assistance with this investigation. With their help, we have been able to bring the matter to a swift and successful conclusion.”