CCTV released: Witnesses sought to an attempt aggravated robbery in Isabella Plains

ACT Policing is seeking witnesses to an attempted aggravated robbery of the IGA Supermarket in Isabella Plains last night (Tuesday 5 September 2017).

About 7.50pm, two men approached a staff member outside the supermarket, located on Ellerston Avenue. Both men were wearing black clothing, including black balaclavas and gloves. The men threatened the staff member with an edged weapon and directed them into the store. The men then threatened a second staff member and demanded cash. During the incident one of the men assaulted a staff member. The two men then fled the store on foot. Nothing was taken.

Police attended the scene, along with the ACT Ambulance Service who treated one staff member for minor injuries and transported them to the Canberra Hospital.

ACT Policing’s Criminal Investigations team is investigating and seeking witnesses and CCTV.

Police urge anyone who may have any information that could assist to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or via the Crime Stoppers ACT website. Please quote reference 6148398. Information can be provided anonymously.

Media enquiries

Police Media — (02) 6264 9460, act-police-media@afp.gov.au