Attempted armed robbery, Bellmere
Detectives investigating an attempted armed robbery incident that occurred at Bellmere on May 8 are appealing for public assistance.
Around 2.05pm, a 22-year-old man riding his Honda motorcycle (pictured) has pulled over to the side of Piggott Road.
A purple/dark blue sedan pulled up in front of the motorcycle, and a man wearing a black motorcycle helmet exited the vehicle and attempted to steal the motorcycle.
The 22-year-old pulled the man from the motorcycle, and a short struggle has ensued.
A second man exited the sedan armed with an axe. After failing to start the motorcycle, the men have pushed it to the roadway and fled the scene in the sedan.
They were last seen heading on to Bellmere Road.
The 22-year-old man was not injured as a result of the incident. The motorcycle sustained some damage.
Investigations are continuing and police are appealing for anyone that was in the area at the time or who may have any information in relation to this incident to contact them.
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