Robbery with violence, Chermside
Police have released images of a man who may be able to assist with their investigations into the robbery of a 74-year-old man at a shopping centre in Chermside this morning.
Initial investigations indicate at about 8am, the 74-year-old had gone to a toilet in the food court area of the shopping centre on Gympie Road when he was approached from behind by another man.
The man attempted to remove a wallet from the elderly man’s rear pants pocket and a scuffled ensued resulting in the 74-year-old being pushed to the ground.
The offender managed to remove the wallet and then fled the scene on foot.
The 74-year-old was not physically injured as a result of the incident.
Anyone who may be able to identify the pictured man or has any information as to his whereabouts is urged to call Policelink on 131 444.
Investigations are continuing.
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