CCTV images have been released after an attempted robbery at a Shepperton bank.
At around 4.10pm on Friday (December 21), a man walked into the branch of Barclays Bank in High Street.
He put a note under the counter claiming that he was armed with a gun, although no weapon was seen, and demanded money.
Staff activated an alarm and the man fled the building empty handed.
Detective Constable John Hobbs, from Staines CID,said: "I am appealing for members of the public to look closely at these images and to contact us immediately if they recognise the man pictured. I would like to reassure the local community that we are doing everything we can to solve this crime.
"Although no one was injured, this was still a frightening experience for the bank staff and I would urge anyone who can help us trace the person responsible to come forward."
Anyone with information is asked to call Surrey Police on 101 quoting reference number p12373775 or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
