The Post Office in Ashford, Co Wicklow was robbed this morning.
At 9.25 am a man entered the post office brandishing a weapon. He threatened staff and left with an undisclosed sum of money.
A member of staff at the office sustained slight hand injuries when he tried to prevent the robbery.
The robber was described as a white male, 28-30 years old, of slim build with tight blonde hair. He left the scene in old black Saab car.