Attempted armed robbery at Ballarat

Ballarat Crime Investigation unit detectives are appealing for public assistance to identify people involved in an attempted armed robbery in Ballarat earlier this morning., Victoria Police say

A blue sedan entered a drive-thru at a fast food outlet on Victoria Street in Ballarat East about 2.20am, driving straight up to a window attended by staff.

A girl sitting in the rear passenger seat then produced a knife and demanded money.

The offenders drove off empty handed.

The girl is perceived to be Caucasian in appearance, aged 15 to 18 years old.

Investigators believe the vehicle is a VT or VX Commodore and have been told the sedan’s rear number plate was covered with tape.

Anyone who has any information relating to this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.

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