Robbery and assault at Townsville

Police are investigating a robbery that occurred at a convenience store in Railway Estate last night, November 24.

Initial investigations indicate at approximately 9pm, a man attended the Railway Avenue store armed with what appeared to be a rock.

He assaulted a female attendant before stealing a quantity of cash and leaving the scene.

A 25-year-old woman sustained non-life threatening facial injuries as a result of the incident.

Investigations are underway. Anyone with information is urged to contact police.

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.

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

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