A man armed with a knife escaped with cash following an armed robbery at Smithfield Road, Kensington.

Police said the bandit who wore a ski mask and was armed with a knife entered the liquor store about 9.55 pm last night.

He then made demands from staff before jumping over the counter and taking money and cigarettes.

After taking the money and cigarettes he escaped through a gateway in a nearby fence.

Police called in a Dog Squad unit to search for the bandit but he escaped.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or the website at www.crimestoppers.com.au

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