Police are investigating following an armed robbery in Charlestown tonight. Shortly before 9.30pm (Sunday 13 April 2014), two men entered the lobby of a motel on the Pacific Highway. One of the men was wearing a scarf across his face, and carrying a baseball bat. The men threatened the 56-year-old female concierge, demanding she hand over money. After the woman complied, both men left the premises in a car being driven by a third person. The car is described as being a VT or VS gold-coloured Holden Commodore sedan. It was last seen driving north along the Pacific Highway. No-one was injured during the incident. Police from Lake Macquarie Local Area Command attended and established a crime scene. They would now like to speak with two men who may be able to assist with their inquiries. One is described as being about 178cm tall, with a medium build, and wearing dark clothing. The second man is described as being about 175cm tall, with a small build, and aged in his early 20s. Police are urging anyone with information about this incident to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or use the Crime Stoppers online reporting page: https://www1.police.nsw.gov.au/. Information you provide will be treated in the strictest of confidence. We remind people they should not report crime information via our Facebook and Twitter pages.
Posted on: Sun, 13 Apr 2014 22:35:01 +0000
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