Unarmed robbery, Redcliffe

Police are appealing for public assistance following an unarmed robbery last night.

At about 7pm, a man stopped on Livermore Street to make a phone call when he was struck in the head from behind.

He ran towards a friend’s house on Knight Street but the offender caught up to him before ripping his shirt and money belt, and then running off with a sum of cash.

Anyone who was in the area at the time of the robbery or who may have information about it, is urged to contact Crimestoppers.

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.