NSW Police Force

05/31/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 05/30/2024 13:45

Appeal following robbery on state's south coast - Strike Force Coppin

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Appeal following robbery on state's south coast - Strike Force Coppin

Friday, 31 May 2024 05:44:03 AM

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Police are appealing for information after a robbery in the state's Lake Illawarra region.

About 11.30pm on Monday 1 April 2024, emergency services were called to Mowbray Lane, Wollongong, following reports of a robbery.

On arrival, officers attached to Lake Illawarra Police District were told a 24-year-old woman had been assaulted by a man who left with cash; the woman had minor injuries and did not require further treatment.

Police established a crime scene and commenced an investigation.

About 9am on Monday 6 May 2024, Lake Illawarra police received reports an e-bike had been stolen from Windang Road, Windang.

Strike Force Coppin was established by detectives to investigate both incidents.

Today (Thursday 30 May 2024) police have released images and CCTV footage of a blue Holden VZ Commodore station wagon with a distinctive white petrol cap.

Investigators believe the occupants of the vehicle may be able to assist with enquiries.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Lake Illawarra police, or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.

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