Robbery appeal, Strathpine
Detectives are seeking public assistance following a robbery incident at a Strathpine liquor store earlier this month.
Around 6.20pm on Monday, May 7, a man entered the Gympie Road business and walked to shelves located at the back where he stuffed several bottles of spirits into a large bag.
The man was confronted by an employee and another customer as he attempted to leave the store with the stolen alcohol.
A customer attempted to intervene and prevent the man from leaving and the pair become involved in a violent altercation. A member of the public was hit but uninjured.
The man then fled on foot with the stolen alcohol towards Station Street.
He is described as Caucasian in appearance and was last seen wearing a dark coloured cap, grey jumper, tan coloured shorts and was holding an umbrella.
As part of investigations to identify the man any members of the public who may have witnessed the incident are asked to contact police.
Investigators would also like to speak with those bystanders who confronted the man outside the business.
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.
