Armed robbery, Golden Beach

A woman was injured when she struggled with a man holding a knife during a robbery at Golden Beach last night.

Preliminary information indicates the 58-year-old Sunshine Coast woman sustained a minor cut to her face whilst struggling with a man who was attempting to steal a bag she was holding.

The incident occurred outside of a sporting venue on Burke Street around 10.30pm. The man fled on foot with the woman’s bag.

He is described as Caucasian, approximately 179cms tall with a proportionate build.

Investigations are continuing.

Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444 or www.Policelink.qld.gov.au 24hrs a day.

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