Robbers threaten Barnsley van driver in broad daylight before fleeing with vehicleÂ

Police said a gang of '˜unknown persons' threatened the van driver in Midland Road, Royston, on Wednesday, November 28, at about 2.05pm. 

Officers described how the vehicle was carrying a '˜significant sum of money' and the robbers managed to get inside the van and drive away from the scene.  

In a statement, South Yorkshire Police said: 'An investigation is underway and witnesses are asked to call 101 quoting incident number 397 of 28 November 2018.

'You can also give information to Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111.'