Central Hunter Police are on the hunt for a group of bandits who targeted two businesses within 48 hours threatening victims before demanding cash and cigarettes.
The first occurred on Saturday morning at a Bellbird service station at about 6:25am. The second target, an Aberdare newsagency was held up at the same time yesterday.
Police are confident both robberies are the work of the same group and believe at least three petrol thefts around the Coalfields could also be linked.
Both robberies occurred on main roads and police are hopeful motorists may have seen something at either location.
Anyone with information are urged to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
