Police have begun investigations into an armed robbery near Singleton overnight.

Officers from Hunter Valley Police District were called to a service station on Bridgman Road, Donolly, just before midnight on Wednesday 16 February.

Police were told two men – armed with knives – entered the store before they threatened a female attendant and demanded cash.

The employee handed over a sum of money before both males ran from the premises.

They were last seen headed towards Bridgman Road on foot.

The woman was not injured during the incident.

One of the men is described as being of Caucasian appearance, aged in his late teens to early 20s, of thin build, wearing a black t-shirt, light brown pants and black joggers, with his face covered.

The other is described as being of thin build and aged in his late teens to early 20s.

He was seen wearing a white one-piece suit, with a white shirt covering his face, sunglasses and boots.

Officers attended and established a crime scene, which was examined by specialist police.

As inquiries continue, anyone with information is urged to contact Singleton Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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