POLICE have released images of a man who robbed a Forrest club in July and threatened a staff member with a hunting knife.

Police say the man entered the Italo Australian Club on Franklin Street at around 11.30pm on Saturday, July 28 where he threatened a staff member with a hunting knife and stole a sum of cash before he fled by foot.

The man is described as Caucasian, approximately 183cm (6’) in height, with a stocky build and short black hair with blond tips.  He was wearing a black hooded jumper and tracksuit pants, white sneakers and a black scarf.  He spoke with a British accent and was carrying a blue sportsbag.

Detective Sergeant Craig Marriott from Criminal Investigations said police are urging people who were at the club late that night and remember this offender to contact Crime Stoppers.

He also commended the staff member for complying with the armed man’s demands, preventing anyone from being hurt.

“The staff member has undergone a terrifying experience and given the high levels of fear and emotion, did the right thing, and by doing so remained unharmed,” he said.

Anyone who may have seen a man matching the description around the Italo Australian Club or surrounding area at the time, or may have information which could assist police with the investigation should contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or via the Crime Stoppers website on www.act.crimestoppers.com.au. Information can be provided anonymously.