Armed robbery, Aitkenvale
Townsville detectives are investigating the armed robbery of a pharmacy in a shopping centre on Ross River Road, Aitkenvale that occurred today.
A man has entered the store around 8:30am and produced a knife.
He has then threatened two staff members, before demanding prescription medication.
He fled via the rear door of the pharmacy with a large quantity of prescription drugs.
The dog squad has been called to assist in locating the man who is described as of olive complexion and between 20 and 30 years of age.
Anybody who may have been in the area at the time is urged to contact police.
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.
Quote this reference number: QP1902317074.
