Police appeal for assistance following an alleged armed robbery, Mackay

Police are appealing for help after receiving a report a 24 year old man was allegedly robbed of his electric scooter by a gunman.

Detectives are appealing for public assistance following an armed robbery in Andergrove overnight on March 26.

Police are appealing to the public for assistance after a man was allegedly robbed at gunpoint in Andergrove last night.

A 24 year old told police he was on Beaconsfield road when he was approached by a man allegedly holding a firearm about 9.45pm.

The unknown male then allegedly stole the 24 year old’s electric scooter and fled south onto Norris Road, according to police.

He is described as 190cm tall, with a dark complexion and wearing a black hoodie and pants.

A Queensland Police Service spokeswoman said the 24 year old had not been assaulted during the incident.

Anyone with information is being advised to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or to report online via Policelink using the online suspicious activity form.

Originally published as Police appeal for assistance following an alleged armed robbery, Mackay