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Police seek witnesses to Hackett IGA robbery

POLICE are looking for witnesses to an armed robbery at a supermarket in Hackett last night.

About 6pm, two men entered the IGA supermarket, demanding money from the cash registers. Police say there were many customers and staff in the store at the time.

Staff complied with demands and gave the offenders cash.

The first man is described as Caucasian in appearance, medium build, between 175 cm to 185 cm tall (5’9” – 6’), aged in his 20s with an Australian accent. He was wearing a ski mask or similar, a dark-coloured jumper and light blue or grey jeans.

The second man is described as Caucasian in appearance, with a slim build and about 183 cm tall (6’). He was wearing a dark-coloured jumper, grey Adidas sweat pants with stripes down the side, white/grey sneakers and had his face covered with an item of clothing.

Witnesses are urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or via the Crime Stoppers website on www.act.crimestoppers.com.au. Information can be provided anonymously.

 

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