Police Update 2: Armed Robbery, Chermside

Detectives have released vision of four men in relation to an armed robbery in Chermside on June 10.

Shortly after 5pm, a group of four males, armed with hammers, metal bars and wearing masks, entered a Gympie Road jewellery store.

The group then smashed a number of glass cabinets and stole a large amount of jewellery before leaving in a grey Honda CR-V station wagon with QLD registration 495ZJW.

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Stolen grey Honda CR-V station wagon with QLD registration 495ZJW.

It is believed the Honda was stolen from an Alfred Circuit address at Calamvale on Sunday, June 8.

A 38-year-old male employee, who was working at the time, was struck in the head with a hammer during the incident.

He was transported to the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital in a stable condition.

Police are appealing for information regarding the identity of the pictured men as they are believed to be able to assist with investigations.

The first man is described as having a dark complexion, an athletic build and is believed to be in his late teens to early twenties. He was last seen wearing a high-vis long sleeved shirt, grey sweatpants, a green and brown cap, and a black balaclava.

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The first man is described as having a dark complexion, an athletic build and is believed to be in his late teens to early twenties. He was last seen wearing a high-vis long sleeved shirt, grey sweatpants, a green and brown cap, and a black balaclava.
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The second man is described as having a dark complexion, a large build, and be over 182cm tall. He was last seen wearing a dark hooded jumper with Beverley Hills writing, black ski mask balaclava, black gloves, black Nike track pants with white Nike insignia on upper left leg.

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The second man is described as having a dark complexion, a large build, and be over 182cm tall. He was last seen wearing a dark hooded jumper with Beverley Hills writing, black ski mask balaclava, black gloves, black Nike track pants with white Nike insignia on upper left leg.

The third man is described as having a fair complexion, a proportionate build and average height. He was last seen wearing a black hooded jumper, black balaclava and grey track pants.

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The third man is described as having a fair complexion, a proportionate build and average height. He was last seen wearing a black hooded jumper, black balaclava and grey track pants.

The fourth man is described as having a dark complexion, solid build and be approximately 182cm tall, He was last seen wearing a dark hooded Air Jordan jumper, black ski mask balaclava, grey track pants.

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The fourth man is described as having a dark complexion, solid build and be approximately 182cm tall, He was last seen wearing a dark hooded Air Jordan jumper, black ski mask balaclava, grey track pants.

Investigations indicate this incident is linked to an armed robbery in Lutwyche on Thursday, May 8.

Shortly before 1pm, a group of unknown people wearing balaclavas, entered a Lutwyche Road jewellery store armed with axes and hammers.

The group then smashed a number of glass cabinets before stealing a large amount of jewellery.

Then they left the scene in a white Hyundai Accent Hatchback with QLD registration 801YLM.

It is believed the Hyundai was stolen from a Samford Road address in Keperra on May 7.

A woman was treated for minor injuries from broken glass; however, no other staff or customers were physically injured.

Investigations into both incidents are ongoing and detectives continue to appeal for any information or CCTV which may assist investigations.

North Brisbane District Criminal Investigation Branch Officer in Charge, Detective Senior Sergeant Ken Rogers, says arresting these offenders is a top priority for detectives.

"There is absolutely no place for violent crimes in Brisbane's north," Detective Rogers said.

"These offences are outrageous. We have zero tolerance for anyone who puts our community's safety or their livelihood at risk."

"Detectives are actively investigating this matter, including reviewing CCTV and dashcam footage, speaking with witnesses, and following several lines of enquiry."

Investigators are in direct contact with the victims, ensuring they receive the necessary support throughout this process.

Earlier:

If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting or call 131 444.

Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.

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