Witnesses sought to aggravated robbery in Deakin

ACT Policing is seeking witnesses to an aggravated robbery that occurred at the Canberra Deakin Football Club on Grose Street Deakin, yesterday (20 March 2017).

Around 10.45pm, two males entered the club armed with knives and threatened a staff member. The staff member complied with the offenders demands, handing over a sum of cash before the male offenders fled the area.

The first male is described as Caucasian in appearance, approximately 175cm (5’9”) tall and of medium build. He was wearing a black hooded jumper, black pants with a black mask covering his face and carrying a black and blue duffle bag.

The second male is described as between 170cm-175cm (5’7”-5’9”) tall and of medium build. He was wearing a black hooded jumper, black pants with a black mask covering his face.

Police are urging anyone who may have witnessed the incident or who may have any information that could assist police to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or via https://act.crimestoppers.com.au. Please quote reference number 6084396. Information can be provided anonymously.

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