Man arrested for robbery

ACT Policing has arrested a 21-year-old Oxley man following a robbery in Wanniassa last night (Saturday, 23 September).

About 6.50pm, a man entered the Cellarbrations Liquor store and approached the counter. The man then attempted to forcibly remove cash and cigarettes from the location. A staff member resisted his attempts and a struggle ensued, before the man fled the store with cigarettes.

Police attended and following a number of lines of enquiry, identified the alleged offender. At 10.35pm yesterday (Saturday, 23 September), a search warrant was executed at a residence in Oxley.

The man was arrested and conveyed to the ACT Watch House. He has been charged with robbery, common assault and obstructing/ resisting a territory official.

He will face the ACT Magistrates Court tomorrow (Monday 25 September) where police will oppose bail.

ACT Policing would like to thank members of the public for their assistance with the investigation.

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