Couple on Pokemon Go hunt become victims of armed robbery in Tahmoor skate park

Camden Police are appealing for information after two people went to a Tahmoor skate park at night while using a Pokemon Go app and became the victims of an armed robbery.

The couple, aged 29, were threatened by two men, one armed with a rifle, in the skate park at Tahmoor.

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Camden Police are appealing for information after two people went to a Tahmoor skate park at night while using a Pokemon Go app and were the victims of an armed robbery.

About 7pm on Wednesday, the man and woman, both 29, drove to the skate park on Thirlmere Way while using the phone app.

Police were told that after they entered the carpark, a white Toyota Hilux reversed across the driveway, blocking their car.

Two men with their faces covered, including one armed with a rifle, got out of the Hilux.

Police said the man with the rifle threatened the pair before the men fled in the Hilux empty-handed.

The couple drove to the town centre and notified police.

Camden police crime manager Det Inspector Jayne Doherty said there was nothing to suggest the men used the Pokemon Go app to lure the couple to the park or that the men were known to the pair.

“As well as appealing for information, we are reminding people to be aware of their surroundings especially when travelling to unfamiliar locations,’’ she said.

“Be aware of the circumstances you are putting yourself in and don’t create a situation where you may be in danger.’’

Both men are described as Caucasian in appearance.

One is 190cm tall with a medium build.

He was wearing a dark blue jacket and dark pants.

The second man is described as 180cm tall with a solid build and a fair complexion.

He was wearing a dark blue jacket with a high-visibility shirt underneath, dark pants and work boots.

Camden officers patrolled the area but neither the men nor the Hilux were found.

Police are urging anyone who knows the whereabouts of the men not to approach them and to contact 000 immediately.