31 October 2017 – Update – Appeal – CCTV Released – Armed Robberies – Supermarket – Auburn
Published November 3, 2017 | 
Detectives have released CCTV images as part of an appeal for information into two armed robberies at a supermarket in Sydney’s south-west more than two months ago.
Just after midnight on Sunday 7 August 2017, three people armed with knives entered the rear of a supermarket at Auburn, and threatened staff, demanding cash.
The group stole the staff members’ mobile phones before running from the store and fleeing in a dark-coloured hatchback.
About 7.20pm the following Saturday (12 August 2017), two men, who had their faces covered, entered the Auburn supermarket, and approached an office.
The pair gained access to the office and threatened a female employee and assaulted her, before taking cash and fleeing in a dark-coloured hatchback.
Detectives from the State Crime Command’s Robbery and Serious Crime Squad established Strike Force Gallium to investigate the robberies, which are believed to be linked.
As their investigation continues, detectives have released a CCTV image from the time of the second incident of two people who may be able to assist with inquiries.
22 October 2017 – Armed Robbery – Deli – Greenacres
Published October 27, 2017 | Two people have been arrested following an aggravated robbery at Greenacres this morning.
Police were called to a Deli on Manoora Street just before 12pm, Sunday 22 October, after a man armed with an axe threatened staff, before stealing cash and cigarettes. The man and a second suspect ran from the scene before getting in an old white sedan and driving away.
Just before 3pm this afternoon, enquiries lead police from Holden Hill to a home in Kilburn where they arrested a 33-year-old man and 32-year-old woman. The pair were charged with aggravated robbery and will appear in the Elizabeth Magistrates Court tomorrow.
A car believed to have been driven by the suspects was located at the address and has been seized.
18 October 2017 – Update – CCTV Released – Armed Robbery – Deli – Hewett
Published October 20, 2017 | At 7pm on Saturday 23 September, two people entered a deli on Kingfisher Drive armed with a tyrebrace and threatened the staff member.
They stole cash and cigarettes before leaving in a silver BMW X5 that was parked out the front of the deli.
One suspect is a man wearing a black hooded top with markings on the front and black track pants with red down the sides.
The second suspect, believed to be a woman, is wearing a bright green Adidas hooded top and black track pants with white stripes down the sides.
Anyone who recognises the two in the images or has any information that may assist the investigation, please call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or report online at http://crimestopperssa.com.au/
12 October 2017 – Armed Robbery – Takeaway Store – Marsden
Published October 13, 2017 | Police are investigating following the armed robbery of a take away store in Marsden last night.
Around 8.20pm a man entered the business on Chambers Flat Road and threatened staff with a syringe.
The man demanded money and staff complied by handing the man a sum of cash.
He was last seen leaving the scene on foot.
No one was physically injured during the robbery.
19 September 2017- Update – Arrest – Armed Robberies – Bowling Club/Supermarket/Video Store – Coffs Harbour
Published September 22, 2017 | A second man has been arrested and charged following investigations into several alleged armed robberies in the Coffs / Clarence area.
Strike Force Mangabey was established by Coffs Harbour detectives to investigate several armed robberies in the Coffs Harbour area earlier this year.
On Sunday 17 September 2017, detectives attached to Strike Force Mangabey arrested a second person over the alleged attempted armed robbery at the Sawtell Bowling Club on Saturday 22 July 2017.
The 18-year-old Coffs Harbour man was charged in relation to the alleged attempted robbery and was also charged with two further armed robberies that occurred at a Coffs Harbour video store and supermarket on Sunday 9 July and Monday 17 July 2017.
The man was refused bail and appeared before Coffs Harbour Local Court yesterday (Monday 18 September 2017).
He was remanded to appear before the same court on the Tuesday 10 October 2017.
A 29-year-old man remains before the court in relation to these incidents.
Investigations in relation to Strike force Mangabey are continuing and further arrests are expected.
28 August 2017 – Armed Robbery – Food Store – Springfield
Published September 1, 2017 | Detectives investigating the Aggravated Armed Robbery which occurred at the Springfield Food Store at 7.35pm on Saturday evening are urging anyone with information to contact them.
If you saw anyone matching the following descriptions around the time of the incident, police would like to hear from you.
Alleged offender #1: Described as a man approximately 6’ in height of slim build. He was wearing a red hooded jumper under a black vest, blue chinos and white Nike runners.
Alleged offender #2: Described as a man approximately 5’8” in height. He was wearing a black hooded jumper, black pants and black shoes.
Both men were wearing gloves and balaclavas.
Also anyone with information regarding the vehicle used is asked to contact police. The vehicle is described as a white sedan – possibly a Ford Falcon.
25 August 2017 – Armed Robbery – Milk Bar – Dandenong
Published August 25, 2017 | Police are investigating an armed robbery of a woman at a milk bar in Dandenong earlier this month.
It is believed the woman was closing the Menzies Crescent store when was approached by a man just before 7.30pm on 20 August.
One of the men was carrying a small knife and grabbed the victim’s mobile phone.
The offender fled the scene on foot down Menzies Avenue towards O’Malley Crescent.
The victim chased the offender but was punched by a second offender who appeared from O’Malley Crescent.
Investigators have released a composite image of a man they believe may be able to assist with their enquiries regarding the robbery.
25 July 2017 – Armed Robbery – Takeaway Food Shop – Labrador
Published July 28, 2017 | Police are investigating the armed robbery of a takeaway food shop at Labrador overnight.
Around 11.15pm two men have entered the store on Frank Street with one man armed with a hunting style knife and the second man claiming to be armed with a firearm. No firearm was actually sighted during the robbery.
The men have made demands for money and cut the cord to a point of sale computer possibly believing it was a cash register and fled the store with the item.
The men are described as being aged in their early 20’s, 175 cm tall wearing dark coloured hoodies and had their faces covered.
The 30-year-old male store employee was not physically injured during the incident.
19 July 2017 – Armed Robbery – Milk Bar – Dandenong
Published July 21, 2017 | Police are investigating an armed robbery at a milk bar in Dandenong on Saturday (15 July).
A man entered the business on Hemmings Street about 12.40pm and approached the counter.
Staff began to offer assistance to the man who then threatened them with a knife and demanded cash.
The offender was confronted by a third staff member, causing him to retreat and flee from the store.
It is believed he ran in a northerly direction along Weller Street and did not manage to steal anything.
No one was physically injured during the incident.
The man involved in the incident is perceived to be aged in his mid-30s to early-40s, with a slim build, and a tanned complexion. He was wearing a dark jumper with white lines around the cuffs and knee length shorts with white stripes part way down the side.
It is also believed the man had a mask or covering to conceal half of his face.
Investigators have released CCTV vision of a man that may be able to assist with their enquiries.
11 July 2017 – Armed Robbery – Milkbar – Deer Park
Published July 14, 2017 | Police are investigating an armed robbery of a milk bar in Deer Park yesterday.
A man entered the business on Porter Court about 12.30pm on 10 July and approached the counter.
The man then threatened an employee with a firearm.
A small amount of cash was handed over and the man then jumped over the counter and stole cigarettes before fleeing.
No one was physically injured during the incident.
The man involved in the incident is perceived to be Caucasian in appearance, aged in his early to mid-30s, about 183cm tall, with olive skin, brown eyes, a medium build and a short beard.
Investigators have released CCTV vision of a man that may be able to assist with their enquiries.
Detectives from Brimbank Embona Taskforce are also investigating if the incident is linked to a series of other armed robberies occurring in the area over the last two months.
The incidents occurred on 21 May at a Deer Park chemist, on 18 June at a service station in Deer Park and on 19 June at a chemist in St Albans.
They also believe the offender is likely to be local to the Brimbank area.
