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Police investigate Braybrook incident

Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding an armed robbery in Braybrook on Wednesday 5 November.

It’s believed the offender, armed with a kitchen knife, approached the victim on Churchill Avenue about 5pm as they were sitting in their car.

The offender leant across the passenger seat holding the knife demanding the phone, passcode, keys and laptop, according to police.

The victim did not sustain any injuries during the incident.

The offender is described as male, Caucasian with dark short shaved hair and a medium build.

He was wearing a red, white and blue jumper, leopard print bandana over his face, sunglasses and grey tracksuit pants at the time of the incident.

Investigators have released an image of the offender in hopes that someone may be able to assist with enquiries.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

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