Police seeking witnesses to Giralang robbery

ACT Policing is seeking witnesses to an aggravated robbery that occurred at a Giralang service station last night (May 25).

A man entered the Mobile service station on Canopus Street about 8.00pm and demanded money, threatening the console operator with a knife before making off with an amount of cash and cigarettes a short time later. The console operator was not injured during the incident.

Members of the ACT Policing Specialist Response and Security dog unit and AFP Forensic Services attended and examined the scene, whilst General Duties members conducted a door knock of the surrounding area. Detectives from the Territory Investigations Group are investigating the incident.

The man is described as 19-25 years of age, islander in appearance with light brown skin and a heavy build, approximately 175 - 180cm in height (5’9”-5’11”) and wearing a light coloured jumper with a hood covering his face.

Anyone who may know the identity of this man or who has information about the incident is encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via the website at www.act.crimestoppers.com.au.