Police are investigating following an alleged armed robbery in Sydney’s south.

It will be alleged a man entered a business on the Princess Highway, Tempe, about 4am today (Monday 19 December 2016), armed with a hammer.

The man allegedly threatened a staff member and stole cash, before leaving in a red Volkswagen GTI.

The staff member was uninjured.

Officers attached to Newtown Local Area Command were contacted and a short pursuit of the vehicle was initiated.

A 30-year-old man was arrested and taken to Newton Police Station where he is currently assisting police with inquirie

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