Police believe this man could help them solve a Fairy Meadow armed robbery. Photo: NSW Police.
Police need help to solve an armed robbery and stabbing in Fairy Meadow nearly five years ago.
A NSW Police spokesperson said the brazen attack happened shortly before 7 pm on Tuesday, 7 September 2020, at a store on Cabbage Tree Lane.
When police arrived they were told three men entered the store.
“One allegedly stabbed the male store attendant in the thigh before stealing cash and cigarettes,” the NSW Police spokesperson said.
“Two other store attendants were allegedly held by the other two males but were not physically injured.
“The three left the store, last seen heading south onto Vereker Street, Fairy Meadow.”
NSW Ambulance paramedics responded and one man was taken to Wollongong hospital with non-life-threatening injuries to his leg.
Police believe this man could help them solve a Fairy Meadow armed robbery. Photo: NSW Police.
Officers established a crime scene and an investigation commenced.
Almost five years later police have released CCTV footage from the incident.
The images show two men who police believe can help with their inquiries.
“The first is described as aged in his late teens, early 20s, with a fair to tan complexion with his face covered with a black mask or balaclava; he was also wearing a black short-sleeved shirt and black pants,” the NSW Police spokesperson said.
“The second is described as aged in his late teens, early 20s, with a fair to tan complexion but with his face covered with a red mask, wearing a black hooded jumper and black pants with a white stripe. He was carrying a black and white backpack.
“The third male is described as wearing a dark and light blue hooded jumper with white stripes, and dark pants.”
Anyone who recognises the men, or who has any information about the incident, is urged to contact Wollongong Police Station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online.
