On the 10-07-17 at around 12.30 pm a male offender entered a milk bar on Porter Court in Deer Park and approached the counter. The offender then threatened the shop assistance with a gun and was given cash. The offender then jumped over the counter stealing cigarettes before fleeing.
The man was described as Caucasian, aged in his early to mid-thirties, about 183cm tall, olive skin, brown eyes, medium build and a short beard.
Police are also investigating if this incident is linked to a series of other recent armed robberies in the area including an armed robbery at a Deer Park pharmacy on the 21-05-17 and on a service station in Deer Park and on 19-07-17.
If you have been the victim of a physical assault, an armed robbery, domestic violence, road rage, aggravated burglary or other serious violent crime in Victoria, Australia, contact Victims of Crime Compensation & Counselling Services for immediate and professional advice and support on (03) 9415 9492 or complete our enquiry form at www.victimsofcrime.com.au or email: support@victimsofcrime.com.au
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