Armed robbery, Rockhampton
A man and teenager have been charged and one issued with an infringement notice following an alleged armed robbery at Frenchville earlier this morning.
Just before 2am this morning, a 33-year-old man was approached by a 14-year-old boy and a 23-year-old man at the intersection of Dean and Honour streets.
One of the pair allegedly hit the man with a broom causing him to drop a bag he was carrying. They ran off with the bag.
The 33-year-old man sustained injuries to his face and arms as a result of the alleged assault.
Police located the pair shortly after 2am and took them into custody.
The 14-year-old boy and 23-year-old man have been charged with one count each of assault occasioning bodily harm and stealing.
The 23-year-old Taranganba man is due to appear in Rockhampton Magistrates Court today, while the 14-year-old boy will be dealt with under the Youth Justice Act.
The 23-year-old man was also issued with an infringement for failing to comply with the Chief Health Officer’s directions in relation to the COVID-19 restrictions.
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