THREE arrests have been made after a robbery at a retail park. 

It happened at the Currys PC World store in Birstall at around 6.40pm last night. 

Police said five males - one of which they believe had a "bladed weapon" - began to steal things. 

A West Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: "Police believe at least one offender was in possession of a bladed weapon. 

"No-one was harmed in the incident which ended when suspects fled the scene in vehicles including a black BMW.

"Officers located a black BMW in Penistone Road, Huddersfield later on Monday evening and arrested three males nearby on suspicion of robbery.

"All remain in custody for questioning."

DI Matt Hawker of Kirklees CID, said: “Active enquiries are ongoing into this incident this morning which we are treating as a robbery.

“We are appealing for witnesses and would like to speak to anyone who saw five suspects flee the store.  We know a black BMW was used by the males and are investigating whether there was a second vehicle involved.

“Anyone who has information is asked to contact Kirklees CID on 101 referencing police crime number 13190618500.  Information can also be given online at www.westyorkshire.police.uk/101live chat or anonymously to the independent Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111.”