Lynfield

Armed Robbery

Wed, 09/10/2013 - 9:00pm

Police are investigating and armed robbery at the Lynfield branch of the TAB in Hillsborough Road, Lynfield.

Just before 8pm tonight two men wearing dark clothing and goggles entered the TAB.

One was armed with a firearm and used it to threaten staff and customers. They stole a quantity of cash and left in a stolen car.

The car was located shortly afterwards in Orcades Place about 500 metres from the TAB. No one was injured in the robbery.

Police are looking for two men, both were wearing dark hoodies and gloves. One was wearing silver running shoes and dark pants.

One man is described as being of fat build, the other slightly thinner.

Anyone with information about the robbery is asked to contact the Avondale CIB.

ENDS

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