Police are appealing for public assistance following an armed robbery at Strathfield today, NSW Police say.
About 3.15pm today, a man walked into a pharmacy on Liverpool Road, South Strathfield and demanded drugs from a female shop assistant.
The man produced what appeared to be a large Samurai sword from his pants and threatened the shop assistant who complied with the demand.
The man left the store, but not before stealing a wallet containing cash and was last seen running west on the Hume Highway towards Homebush Road.
Officers from Flemington Local Area Command attended and established a crime scene.
Police would like to speak with a man who may be able to assist with inquiries.
He is described as being 183cm tall, of Mediterranean / Middle Eastern appearance, about 40 to 50 old with a skinny build.
The man was unshaven, and was last seen wearing a navy blue jacket, brown pants and a cap.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Auburn Police or Crime Stoppers.
