AN armed robber escaped with cash and foreign currency from a Wirral travel agent this afternoon.

The incident happened at around 2.20pm at Thomas Cook in Seaview Road, Wallasey.

The man, who police say was carrying a firearm, made his escape on foot in the direction of Merton Road.

He was wearing grey tracksuit bottoms and a dark grey top Nobody was injured during the robbery.

Anyone with information should call 0151 777 2981.