Wednesday 9 August 2023

Police Release Images Of Alleged Armed Robbery At Weston As Investigations Continue

BY OLIVIA DILLON

Police have released CCTV footage as they continue to investigate an alleged armed robbery at Weston.

Just after midnight on Friday the 30th of September 2022, officers were called to a licensed premises on Cessnock Road in Weston, following reports of an armed robbery.

Police were told two unknown males, both armed with machetes, entered the business and confronted patrons.

One 48-year-old man was struck with a machete, causing a laceration to his arm.

The males allegedly threatened staff and stole cash, before fleeing the scene on foot along Station Street.

As investigations continue under Strike Force Rubus, detectives have released CCTV footage of the incident and an image of a vehicle of interest.

The males are depicted wearing dark coloured clothing with their faces covered.

The vehicle of interest is described as being a small, dark coloured hatchback.

Anyone with information which may assist police is being asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.