19 November 2018

Police seek witnesses to attempted aggravated robbery at Mawson Club

| Lachlan Roberts
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Police are seeking witnesses to an attempted aggravated robbery of the Mawson Club on Saturday night (17 November) where a man armed with a gun attempted to rob the licenced premises.

Around 11 pm, 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 are urging 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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