Teen allegedly robbed on bus, police seek suspect

Police want to identify the male on the right over an alleged bus robbery on 22 November 2024. Photo: ACT Policing.

Police have released an image of a male they want to identify after a teenager was allegedly robbed on a bus late last year.

An ACT Policing spokesperson said a male allegedly approached a teenager at the Woden Bus Interchange at about 6 pm on 22 November 2024 and they had a short conversation before getting onto the same bus.

A short time later, the male allegedly approached the teenager while the latter was seated on the bus, demanded their phone and threatened them with violence.

The teenager gave in and the male allegedly completed a factory reset on the phone before allowing them to get off the bus.

“Police are seeking assistance from the community to identify the male,” the police spokesperson said.

Police said that the male was wearing a black hat, mirrored sunglasses, and silver stud earrings. He is described as African in appearance with a slim build.

If you can assist police, contact Crime Stoppers by calling 1800 333 000 or via the Crime Stoppers ACT website. Quote reference 7907392.