Armed robbery, Brisbane City

Police are investigating the armed robbery of an Italian national in Brisbane City overnight.

At 9.45pm, a 22-year-old man was walking in the vicinity of Roma Street Parklands when he was assaulted by four to five males who demanded his wallet.

One of the males was armed with what appeared to be a metal bar however it is unclear as to whether the implement was used during the assault.

The group left the scene with the man’s wallet.

The 22-year-old returned to his friends who took him to the City Police Beat to report the incident.

The man was transported to the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital after sustaining injuries to his face, shoulder and finger.

Investigations are continuing.

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