A MOTORIST was robbed at knifepoint as he pulled over to get some food.

The 62-year-old was confronted by the hooded thief at the Route 57 roadside café on Mill Lane, Frodsham. , at 7.10am on Friday morning.

As he got out of his car, the offender crook pointed a six-inch blade at him and demanded he hand over a laptop from the vehicle.

The victim did so and called police after the thief ran off.

The robber was a black male, 25-35 years old, 5ft 10in and of slim build. He was wearing dark clothes and gloves and had a Caribbean accent.

Anyone with information should call Northwich police on 0845 458 0000 or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.