5 March 2019

Police release CCTV of attempted robbery in Mawson

| Lachlan Roberts
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Screen grab from the CCTV footage supplied by ACT Policing.

Police have released CCTV footage of an attempted aggravated robbery of the Mawson Club last November where a man armed with a gun attempted to rob the licenced premises.

Around 11 pm on 17 November 2018, a man armed with a handgun entered the club before jumping over the bar and attempted to rob a register.

After failing to open the register, the man fled the scene.

He was described as being 180-190cm tall (5’11-6’3”) in height and of slim build. He was wearing black pants and a black jumper and had most of his face covered.

Police would like to speak to anyone who may be able to identify the man or anyone who may have any information that could assist police to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or via the Crime Stoppers ACT website.

Please quote reference 6331554. Information can be provided anonymously.

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