Robbery with violence, Woree
Police are investigating after a man was assaulted and his car stolen in Woree early this morning.
Initial investigations indicate at around 3:45am a man was walking to his car on the Bruce Highway, near Rigg Street, when he was approached by a group of teenagers who then assaulted him.
The group then stole personal items from the man before stealing his car and fleeing the scene.
A 36-year-old Woree man was transported to Cairns Base Hospital for treatment of facial injuries.
Anyone with information about the incident or the vehicle’s location are urged to contact Policelink on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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.
