Police are investigating the armed robbery of a mechanic shop in Kingsgrove last night. About 8.10pm (Saturday 12 October 2013), a 48-year-old man was closing the mechanic shop on Kingsgrove Road, when he was approached from behind by a man who threatened him with a firearm. The man demanded and was given an amount of cash. He then fled and was last seen running west along Brocklehurst Lane. Police from St George Local Area Command attended and commenced an investigation. A crime scene was established at the location and examined by detectives. The man was described as being of Mediterranean/Middle Eastern appearance, 35-40 year of age, about 175cm tall, muscular build, wearing a red t-shirt, blue cargo pants, dark shoes and sunglasses. Investigators are appealing for any witnesses to the incident to contact police.