Armed robbery, Townsville
Police are investigating the armed robbery of a convenience store in Kirwan early this morning.
Just before 6am a man has entered the store on Forest Avenue and produced knife while making demands for money from a staff member. The man then accessed money from the shop’s till and has fled the store on foot.
It is believed he may have then left the area in a waiting vehicle.
The man is described as approximately 180cm tall with a thin build.
No one was physically injured as a result of the robbery.
Police are asking for two customers who were in the store just prior to the robbery to contact Crime Stoppers.
Police are also appealing for anyone who may have been in the area around time of the robbery and witnessed any suspicious activity to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting.
Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.
