On Thursday the 13-09-12 at around 6.00 pm a male assailant in his twenties entered the Mooroolbark Convenience Store and threatened the teenage staff member with a machete. The assailant then walked behind the shop counter, pushing the staff member away, before fleeing towards Maroondah Highway.
On the same day an assailant armed with a gun entered the Mentone TAB at around 2.25 pm and threatened staff demanding cash before fleeing with an amount of cash.
If you have been the victim of an armed robbery while at work contact Victims of Crime Compensation Victoria for assistance on 1800 000 055 or complete our enquiry form at www.victimsofcrime.com.au