Assistance sought to linked aggravated robberies
ACT Policing is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying those involved in to two aggravated robberies.
About 10.15pm on 11 January 2018, two men entered the Crust pizza store on Liardet Street in Weston and a sum of cash was stolen.
About 7.45pm on 28 January 2018, two armed men entered the IGA Supermarket on Ellerston Avenue, Isabella Plains and made demands for money. Staff complied and a sum of cash was stolen.
Following various avenues of enquiry, ACT Policing’s Criminal Investigations believe these aggravated robberies are linked.
On 11 January 2018, police believe the men were driving a blue sedan along Parkinson Street, towards Namatjira Drive, Weston.
The first man is described as approximately 180cm (6’) tall and a slim build. During the Weston aggravated robbery he was wearing a mask, gloves, a grey hooded jumper, black pants and white shoes. He was carrying a knife in his right hand.
The second man is described as approximately 180cm (6’) tall and a slim build. During the Weston aggravated robbery he was wearing a mask, gloves, a black baseball cap, a black jumper and dark pants. He was also carrying a knife.
Police are urging anyone who may have any information that could assist police to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or via the Crime Stoppers ACT website.
Please quote references 6221563 and 6227788. Information can be provided anonymously.
Media enquiries
Police Media — (02) 6264 9460, act-police-media@afp.gov.au