Police are appealing for public assistance after a man was threatened during an armed robbery at Coffs Harbour last night.
About 7.50pm (Monday 18 March 2019), a 19-year-old man was walking south along the Pacific Highway, near Bailey Avenue, when an unknown man approached him.
Police have been told the man threatened him with a knife, before stealing his backpack containing cash, a mobile phone and car keys.
The unknown man fled in a vehicle with a woman.
The man was not injured during the incident.
Officers from Coffs/Clarence Police District were notified and commenced an investigation.
As part of their inquiries, detectives would like to speak to a man and a woman who might be able to assist them.
The man is described as having a dark complexion, of thin build, with dark hair and a dark hooded top.
The woman is described as having a dark complexion, of medium to solid build, with dark hair and a white patterned shirt.
Anyone with information is urged to come forward.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence.
