19 October 2013 – Armed Robbery – Jewellery Store – Maryborough
Published October 28, 2013 | 
Police are investigating the armed robbery of a jewellery store in Maryborough that occurred yesterday afternoon.
Around 4.30pm, a man and a woman entered the Adelaide Street store and approached the male store employee.
The man was armed with a knife and made demands for money. The store employee has complied and handed over a sum of cash from the register.
The man and woman have then tied the hands of the store employee behind his back and taken a sum of jewellery before fleeing the store on foot.
No one was physically hurt during the incident.
The man is described as Caucasian in appearance, in his mid to late 30s, with dark balding hair.
The woman is described as Caucasian in appearance, in her mid to late 30s with long dark brown hair.
Police would like to speak with the man and woman pictured, as they may be able to assist with inquiries.
Investigations are continuing.
27 October 2013 – Armed Robbery – Jewellery Shop – Blair Athol
Published October 28, 2013 | Holden Hill Police are currently responding to reports of an armed robbery at Jewellery Shop at Blair Athol. At about 8.40am, two men forced there way into the Prospect Road shop as the owner was entering the front door. They allegedly bound the man before stealing jewellery from the store. More details will be released as they come to hand. – See more at: http://www.sapolicenews.com.au/more-news/18473-aremd-krobbery-blair-athol.html#sthash.3JfqK5b9.dpuf
25 September 2013 – Armed Robbery – Jewellery Store – Shopping Centre – Preston
Published September 27, 2013 | Darebin Crime Investigation Unit detectives are investigating an aggravated burglary at a Preston shopping centre jewellery store yesterday.
It’s believed a man entered the Murray Street shopping centre store around midday.
The man used a hammer to smash a glass display cabinet and take a quantity of jewellery before leaving the store.
The man left the shopping centre and was driven away by an unknown person in a white, late-90s, Mitsubishi Magna.
The man is described as aged in his mid to late 20s, approximately 187cm tall with long dark hair that may have been a wig.
He was wearing light-coloured track pants, brown hooded top and a dark-coloured beanie.
No one was injured during the incident.
Police have released images of a man they believe may be able to assist with their enquiries as well as a vehicle that may have been used during the incident.
27 August 2013 – Update – Reward Offered – Armed Robbery – Jewellery Store – Thornbury
Published August 30, 2013 | Armed Crime Task Force detectives are today announcing a $100,000 reward for information after two women were robbed at gun point at a Thornbury jewellery store in 2011.
Two men entered the High Street store just before 10am on 27 August as staff members were setting up for the day.
One of the men, who disguised himself as a florist by wearing an apron and carrying a clipboard and a large box of flowers, went to the store’s locked front door.
A female staff member opened the door and the offender forced his way in, assaulting her and pushing her to the ground.
The robber then dropped the flowers on the ground and donned a balaclava, producing a firearm from his pants.
Meanwhile, the second man entered the store, pulled on a balaclava as he entered and began removing items from the front window display cabinet, while the first man ordered staff to place items in a pillowcase.
When a female staff member attempted to flee into a storeroom, the first offender dragged her by the hair to the main area of the store.
The second offender then exited the store through the front entrance, while his companion picked up the box of flowers and clipboard before exiting.
The woman did not suffer any injuries.
Detective Inspector Adrian Dalzotto is hoping the $100,000 reward will encourage anyone with information to come forward to police.
“It has been two years to the day that this frightening armed robbery took place, and someone out there knows who is responsible,” he said.
“We urge anyone with information to call police.”
Investigators have once again released CCTV footage of the incident.
The first offender is described as being aged between 45-55 and 175cm tall, with a solid build and grey hair.
The second offender is perceived to be of Caucasian appearance and aged in his 20s – 30s, with dark coloured hair.
A reward of up to $100,000 will be paid at the discretion of the Chief Commissioner, for information leading to the apprehension and subsequent conviction of the person or persons responsible.
The Department of Public Prosecutions will also consider granting indemnification from prosecution to any person who provides information as to the identity of the principal offender or offenders.
23 August 2013 – Update – Arrests – Armed Robberies – Jewellery Wholesalers – Sydney Suburbs
Published August 23, 2013 | Robbery and Serious Crime Squad detectives have arrested two more Columbian nationals as part of their ongoing investigations into a suspected robbery ring responsible for stealing jewellery worth millions of dollars.
Strike Force Warbrick was established in June 2012 to investigate a series of robberies targeting people employed in the wholesale jewellery industry.
That year, two people were arrested and charged following six robberies throughout Sydney during which jewellery valued at $2.5 million was allegedly stolen.
Detectives have been continuing their inquiries into two robberies at Rhodes on Sunday 19 May 2013 and at Beecroft on Friday 16 August 2013, during which robbery wholesalers were threatened with a firearm and knife and robbed of jewellery valued at more than $1 million.
On Saturday 17 August 2013, detectives arrested a 31-year-old man on Campbell Parade, Bondi, and executed a search warrant on a unit in the same street. The Columbian national was charged with goods in custody and also detained for being an unlawful citizen. He remains in custody to reappear at Waverley Local Court on Tuesday 1 October 2013.
Yesterday (Thursday 22 August 2013), detectives arrested a 25-year-old man at Shaw Street, Kogarah, and executed a search warrant on a property there.
A number of items were seized for further examination, including a gold crucifix which police will allege was stolen during the robbery at Rhodes.
The Columbian national was charged with robbery whilst armed with an offensive weapon in relation to the incident at Rhodes, as well as an outstanding warrant for the offence of aggravated break, enter and steal. He was refused bail to appear at Sutherland Local Court today (Friday 23 August 2013).
Strike Force Warbrick investigations are continuing.
19 July 2013 – Armed Robbery – Jewellery Store – Michelton
Published July 19, 2013 | Police are investigating a robbery that occurred overnight in Mitchelton.
Around 8.50pm, two men entered a jewellery store in a shopping centre on Osborne Road and have both looked at different items.
One of the men has distracted a shop assistant while the other stole a piece of jewellery.
The second man has then grabbed a piece of jewellery before pushing a shop assistant and running from the store.
The men left with items from the business.
The 49-year-old attendant received minor injuries as a result of the robbery.
Investigations into the incident are continuing.
13 June 2013 – Arrest – Armed Robbery – Jewellery Store – Botany
Published June 15, 2013 | A man has been arrested following an armed robbery at Hillsdale.
Shortly after 12pm today (Thursday 13 June 2013), a man entered a shopping centre on Bunnerong Road, and allegedly robbed a jewellery store armed with a firearm.
The man fled in a vehicle that was located a short time later on Edgehill Avenue at Botany.
Police received information that the man who may be able to assist with their inquiries was inside a unit on the street.
As a precaution police established a perimeter and closed a number of streets.
About 2pm, man exited the unit block and was arrested by police from Botany Bay Local Area Command.
He was taken to Mascot Police Station where he is currently assisting police with their inquiries.
16 April 2013 – Armed Robbery – Jewellery Store – Mosman
Published April 18, 2013 | A man is facing court today after being apprehended by the owner of a jewellery store during an attempted armed robbery in Mosman.
Shortly after 5pm, (Monday 15 April, 2013) a man entered the Military Road premises wearing a hooded jumper and brandishing a pistol.
He walked directly up to the owner and pointed the gun in his chest.
The owner, a 35-year-old man, immediately punched the man in the face causing him to run from the store.
The owner pursued the man and apprehended him outside the premises, and was assisted by another local store owner.
Police arrived and arrested the 19-year-old man. He was taken to North Sydney Police Station. He has since been charged with armed robbery with a dangerous weapon.
Bail was refused and he will appear in Central Local Court today.
While police from Harbourside Local Area Command are pleased with the outcome of this incident, they don’t advise this course of action when confronted with a weapon.
15 February 2013 – Armed Robbery – Jewellery Store – Cotton Tree
Published February 22, 2013 | Police are investigating the armed robbery of a jewellery store at Cotton Tree this morning in which an employee was assaulted.
Around 10am a man entered the store on The Esplanade before producing a firearm and making demands for jewellery and cash.
While staff members were complying with his demands, the man became violent and pushed one of the male employees against a wall, causing a laceration to his cheek.
The man stole a quantity of jewellery and cash before fleeing the scene on foot.
He is described as being Caucasian in appearance, aged in his early 30s, approximately 180cm tall with a proportionate build, tanned complexion and ginger hair.
He was wearing a blue business shirt, black vest, business pants and a beige short brimmed hat.
Detectives have released a comfit of the man (pictured) who they believe may be able to assist with the investigation.
11 January 2013 – Armed Robbery – Jewellery Store – Noosa Heads
Published January 11, 2013 | A woman has been charged with armed robbery following an incident at a Noosa Heads shop on January 9.
It will be alleged around 12.20pm a woman stole some watches from a Noosa Drive store and when confronted by staff produced a knife.
It will also be alleged that when police located the woman yesterday a man with her had possession of a knife and stolen property.
A 36-year-old Pomona woman has also been charged with enter premises with intent to commit indictable offence. She is expected to appear at the Maroochydore Magistrates Court today.
A 40-year-old man also from Pomona has been issued a Notice to Appear for two counts of receiving stolen property and one charge of possess knife. He is expected to appear at the Noosa Magistrates Court on February 5.
