Avoca Beach Armed robbery: Man on the run after demanding cash at knifepoint
Police are still hunting for the man who robbed the Avoca Beach supermarket at knifepoint on Sunday.
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An armed robbery at the local supermarket in Avoca Beach has rocked the seaside community, with police still hunting for the offender.
Around 9.45am on Sunday, when people were out and about having their morning coffee and families were arriving at the beach, a man entered the Avoca Beach Welcome Mart and threatened the store attendant with a knife.
He demanded cash from the 27-year-old woman before leaving the Avoca Drive store.
Officers from the Brisbane Water Police District established a crime scene and searched the area for the man.
Locals took to social media to express their shock and concern for the shop attendant.
“This is unheard of in Avoca. It’s a beautiful suburb,” one woman posted.
One local, who did not wish to be named, said the police had taped off the men’s toilet near the shark tower and there was a helicopter searching the area.
“It’s been a real shock for the Avoca Beach community,” he said.
“I have lived here for many years and it’s always been so quiet. It’s a real community that looks out for each other.”
A few hours after the incident, Avoca Beach Welcome Mart owner Eric Fletcher posted a thank you message to the community.
“Thankyou to everyone who showed their concern and caring about the robbery of my store today,” he said.
“Hopefully the police will catch the low life who robbed Ann at knifepoint. If anyone has any information would they please contact the police asap.”
The man is described as being of caucasian appearance, with blonde hair and a medium build.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.