12 November 2014 – Spate of Armed Robberies – Bottle Shops/Supermarkets – Sydney
Published November 14, 2014 | 
Police are looking for a man following the spate of armed robberies on supermarkets and bottle shops across Sydney over the last two months.
About 2:15pm today, (Wednesday 12 November 2014), a man with his face covered entered the store on Warringah Road, and threatened the male shopkeeper with a knife.
He was handed cash and was last seen running towards the Roseville pedestrian bridge near Arthur Street.
Police from Northern Beaches and North Shore Local Area Command attended the scene and conducted a search of the area but were unable to locate the man.
A crime scene was established at the store and examined by forensic officers.
Detectives from the Metropolitan Robbery Unit are investigating the robbery and believe it is linked to robberies on supermarkets in Rydalmere, Meadowbank and Guildford; as well as the robbery of a bottle shop at Lindfield.
Police have established Strike Force Urandangie to investigate the robberies and have released a closed-circuit television image of a man who they would like to speak to.
The man depicted in the image is described as being aged in his 20s with an olive complexion, a thin build, short brown hair and wearing a blue hooded jumper and carrying a black backpack.
Police have also released an image of an early 1990 model grey-coloured Holden Commodore sedan believed to be used during the robberies.
Anyone with information about the robberies or the identity of the man depicted in the image is asked to contact Crime Stoppers.
Details of the armed robberies include:
- A supermarket on Victoria Road, Rydalmere on Monday 27 October 2014,
- A supermarket on Bay Drive, Meadowbank on Thursday 30 October 2014,
- A supermarket on Woodville Road, Guildford on Tuesday 4 November 2014,
- A bottle shop on Moore Avenue, Lindfield on Tuesday 11 November 2014, and;
- A bottle shop on Warringah Road, Forestville today (Wednesday 12 November 2014).
11 November 2014 – Spate of Armed Robberies – Sydney – Various Lcoations
Published November 14, 2014 | Police believe new details about the number plate of an alleged getaway car may hold the clue to a recent spate of armed robberies across Sydney.
On Friday 24 October 2014, police released vision and images in relation to 15 armed robberies and attempted robberies in recent months.
Since the initial appeal, detectives have received calls from members of the public to report additional details.
Of particular note, they believe the Kia Carnival Van that was possibly involved in the incidents, has black and gold number plates and the first digit was ‘B’.
Anyone with further information on the vehicle or incidents is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.
Between Sunday 24 August and Tuesday 21 October 2014, a series of armed robberies was committed upon newsagencies, service stations, liquor stores and hotels across Sydney.
During some of the incidents, two men entered the premises armed with a pistol and demanded cash from employees before fleeing the scene.
Officers attached to the Metropolitan Robbery Unit established Strike Force Tuft to investigate the 15 armed robberies and believe they may be linked.
Investigators previously released CCTV images of two men who they believe may be able to assist with their inquiries; as well as an image of a vehicle believed to be similar in appearance to the one used during the incidents.
One man depicted in the images is described as being of Pacific Islander/Maori appearance, about 175cm tall with a medium build and wearing high visibility clothing.
The second man is described as being of Pacific Islander/Maori appearance, about 180cm tall with a medium/solid build.
Further details of the armed robberies include:
• a service station at Bankstown on Sunday 24 August 2014,
• a service station at Kellyville on Sunday 24 August 2014,
• a bottle shop at Padstow on Sunday 24 August 2014,
• a newsagency at Smithfield on Thursday 28 August 2014,
• a hotel at Rosehill on Thursday 28 August 2014,
• a club at Eastwood on Saturday 30 August 2014,
• a hotel at Fairfield on Monday 1 September 2014,
• The attempted robbery of a hotel at Allawah on Sunday 7 September 2014,
• a hotel at Ashfield on Sunday 7 September 2014,
• a hotel at Villawood on Thursday 9 September 2014,
• a hotel at Warwick Farm on Monday 13 October 2014,
• a hotel at Merrylands on Wednesday 15 October 2014,
• a hotel at Summer Hill on Saturday 18 October 2014,
• a hotel at Greenfield Park on Monday 20 October 2014,
• a hotel at Waitara on Monday 20 October 2014, and;
• a hotel at Smithfield on Wednesday 22 October, 2014
Detectives are continuing their inquiries and have renewed their appeals for anyone with further information to come forward.
8 November 2014 – Armed Robbery – Liquor Store – Rydalmere
Published November 10, 2014 | Police are appealing for information following an armed robbery of a liquor store in Rydalmere last night.
Just before 9pm (Friday 7 November 2014), a man armed with a knife entered the liquor store on Pine Street and threatened two male employees, aged 21 and 25, demanding money.
The man fled the scene a short time later, taking cash. The two employees were uninjured during the incident.
Officers attached to Rosehill Local Area Command were called and established a crime scene.
As they continue their investigations, police would like to speak to a man who may be able to assist them with their inquiries.
He is described as being of Caucasian appearance, about 40-years-old, and was seen wearing a fluoro yellow hooded jacket, dark sunglasses, and dark rugby shorts.
3 November 2014 – Armed Robbery – Liquor Store – Canterbury
Published November 10, 2014 | Police are appealing for public assistance following an armed robbery at a liquor store in Canterbury yesterday afternoon.
Shortly before 4pm (Sunday 2 November 2014), a man entered the store on Canterbury Road and threatened the attendant with a knife while demanding cash.
A short time later the man fled the location with cash.
The attendant sustained a laceration to his shoulder during the incident and was treated at the scene by NSW Ambulance Paramedics, before being taken to Canterbury Hospital for further assessment.
Officers attached to Ashfield Local Area Command were contacted and launched an investigation into the incident.
A crime scene was established at the store and examined by detectives and specialist forensic officers.
Police also conducted extensive patrols of the surrounding area; however the man was not located.
Inquiries into the matter are continuing and police would now like to speak to a man who may be able to assist in the investigation.
The man is described as being of Pacific Islander/Maori appearance, aged in his 20s, about 183cm tall and of a skinny build. He was last seen wearing a black long-sleeve shirt, long black pants, white shoes, a black bandana with a white pattern across his face and white gloves.
18 October 2014 – Armed Robbery – Liquor Store – Moorooka
Published October 31, 2014 | Police are investigating an armed robbery at a liquor shop in Moorooka this afternoon.
Around 5.10pm a man has entered the shop on Tarragindi Road, produced a knife and demanded cash from a staff member.
The staff member complied and the man then left the store heading north on Tarragindi Road.
The man is described as Latin American in appearance, approximately 175cm tall, with a proportionate build.
He was wearing a dark coloured jumper and ¾ length shorts.
23 October 2014 – Arrest – 6 Armed Robberies – Various Locations – Lake Illawarra LAC
Published October 31, 2014 | Police from a strike force investigating a series of armed robberies on the south coast have today arrested and charged a woman.
Detectives from Lake Illawarra Local Area Command established Strike Force Marroo to investigate the armed raids on businesses which occurred between May and September last year.
The six armed robberies occurred at a fast food restaurant in Unanderra, a golf club in Port Kembla, a supermarket in Gerringong and Bomaderry, a bowling club in Dapto and a bottle shop in Lake Heights.
Detectives today (Thursday 23 October), arrested a 35-year-old woman on Todd Street in Warrawong.
She has been interviewed and charged with four counts of armed robbery, two counts of break-and-enter and an outstanding warrant.
The woman has been refused bail and is set to appear at Port Kembla Local Court tomorrow (Friday 24 October).
19 October 2014 – Update – Charges Laid – Armed Robberies – Chippendale
Published October 31, 2014 | A man has been charged over two armed robberies in Sydney’s inner city last weekend.
Just after 4.30pm on Sunday 12 October 2014, a man entered a bottle shop on Abercrombie Street at Chippendale allegedly armed with a broken beer bottle.
It’s alleged the man approached and threatened the attendant, demanding money before fleeing with cash and alcohol.
In the second incident, about 6.30pm, a man hailed a taxi on Regent Street at Chippendale. After arriving at High Holborn Street in Surry Hills the man allegedly threatened the driver with a broken bottle before stealing money from his wallet.
Police from Redfern and Surry Hills local area commands commenced an investigation into incidents, which are alleged to be linked.
Following inquiries, police from Sydney City Local Area Command arrested a 35-year-old man at a shopping centre on Pitt Street yesterday (Saturday 18 October 2014).
The Redfern man was taken to Surry Hills Police Station where he was charged with two counts of armed with offensive weapon.
He was refused bail to appear at Parramatta Bail Court today (Sunday 19 October 2014).
16 October 2014 – Update – CCTV Released – Armed Robbery – Bottle Shop – Wollongong
Published October 31, 2014 | Detectives investigating the armed robbery of a bottle shop near Wollongong earlier this year have released CCTV images of men they believe may be able to assist them with inquiries.
About 8.20pm on Monday 12 May 2014, two attendants, a 43-year-old man and a 21-year-old woman were at the counter of a bottle store on Popes Road, Woonona, when two people with their faces covered approached the counter.
They threatened the attendants with a knife demanding money. The employees complied and handed over cash. The armed men then fled on foot with the cash.
Police were contacted and officers from Wollongong Local Area Command commenced an investigation.
No one was injured as a result of the incident.
Following inquiries, police have released an image of two men who may be able to assist them with their investigation.
Both men are described as being of Caucasian appearance and aged in their early 20s.
Both men are shown wearing distinctive hooded jumpers; one being a dark grey hooded jumper with a white “Ralph Lauren Polo” motif on his left chest and the number “3” on the right upper arm.
The other man is wearing a dark blue hooded jumper with a motif (possibly the Gold Coast Titans NRL team) on the left chest and the number “2” on the upper right arm and on the back.
Investigators are appealing for anyone with any information surrounding the incident to come forward.
13 October 2014 – Armed Robbery – Bottle Shop – Chippendale
Published October 31, 2014 | Police are investigating the armed robbery of a bottle shop in Chippendale and the robbery of a taxi driver at Surry Hills yesterday.
About 4:35pm, Sunday 12 October 2014, a man entered the store on Abercrombie Street, Chippendale and proceeded to the fridges where he selected some alcoholic beverages.
The man then walked to the counter where he produced a broken beer bottle from his shorts and threatened a 23-year-old man who was working in the store. He was given cash from the register before leaving with the money and stolen alcohol.
Police were contacted and attended the store where they established a crime scene which was examined by forensic officers.
Investigators believe the incident may also be linked to the robbery of a taxi driver at Surry Hills later in the evening.
About 6:35pm, a 48-year-old man was driving a taxi along High Holborn Street, Surry Hills when his male passenger told him to stop.
The man threatened him with a broken beer bottle and demanded cash before being handed money and running off towards Cleveland Street.
Detectives from Redfern and Surry Hills Local Area Command’s are looking for a man described as being of Caucasian appearance, 30-40 years old, 170-175cm tall with a medium/stocky build, clean shaven with a reddish complexion.
The man, who had heavily tattooed arms and legs, was wearing a blue t-shirt and white shorts.
13 October 2014 – Armed Robbery – Bottle Shop – Kirwan
Published October 17, 2014 | Police are investigating the armed robbery of a bottle shop in Kirwan.
Around 8pm two men, entered the Bamford Lane business. One man jumped over the counter while another man armed with a knife demanded money from the female attendant.
The men fled the store with a sum of cash.
No one was physically injured.
Police are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed the incident to contact Crime Stoppers or their local police.
