A MAN has been arrested following an alleged robbery at the Neat Wheat Store in Ayr.

At around 9.30am on Monday, August 8 the store was targeted meaning the store had to close for a short period of time.

A 29-year-old has been remanded and a report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal.

Detective Sergeant Hogg, of Ayrshire CID, commented: "We would like to thank the community for their support and assistance following this incident. Their help allowed us to swiftly bring the investigation to a positive conclusion. 

"The man has now been arrested and will be held in police custody to appear at court."

Anyone with specific queries is encouraged to contact Police Scotland by calling 101