Detectives are appealing for public assistance as they investigate an armed robbery in Sydney's south west.
About 5.25pm on Sunday 28 September 2025, a 30-year-old man attended a lane way off Alan Street, Fairfield, after arranging to purchase a mobile phone that had been advertised on a social media platform.
Police have been informed that as the man was counting the cash before the seller – an unknown man – stole the cash and ran from the location.
The 30-year-old then pursued the unknown man before being threatened with a box cutter and leaving the scene.
Officers from Fairfield Police Area Command attended the scene and conducted an extensive canvas of the area where the male was last seen; however, he was unable to be located.
There were no reports of any injuries.
As inquiries continue police have released images of a man who may be able to assist detectives.
The man is described as Mediterranean/Middle Eastern appearance, mid 20s, of medium build, with short black hair and black beard.
At the time of the incident, he was wearing a black hooded jumper, black long pants, grey sneakers and carrying a black shoulder bag.
Anyone with information about the incident or who can identify the man is urged to contact Fairfield Police Station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au Information is managed on a confidential basis. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.
