Appeal for information after attempted armed robbery - Moree

Thursday, 28 November 2024 03:25:21 PM

Please note: An image of the person is available on NSW Police Force social media sites.

Police are appealing for public assistance after an alleged attempted armed robbery in the state’s west.

About 8.50pm on Friday 6 September 2024, police were called to a business on Adelaide Street, Moree, following reports of an armed hold up.

Upon arrival, officers attached to New England Police District were told an unknown woman allegedly threatened a staff member with a machete – demanding money – before leaving the scene.

The 37-year-old male staff member was uninjured.

As inquiries continue, police are hoping to speak to a woman who may be able to assist with the investigation.

The woman is described as being of Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander appearance, between the age of 20-40m, with a large build.

She was last seen wearing a light blue hooded jumper, black tracksuit pants, black sunglasses, white fabric/face mask covering the mouth area and a black hat.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000. Information is treated in strict confidence. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.

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