In an appeal for public assistance, NSW Police has released CCTV images in relation to a series of armed robberies on the Mid North Coast.
The images are of a group of men who may be able to assist police with their inquiries into incidents at Krambach and Wauchope.
The men are described as being of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander appearance and of a slim build.
In the footage, they are shown wearing hooded jumpers, tracksuit pants and running shoes.
About 4am on Sunday, July 8, four men armed with a jemmy bar and torch broke into the BP service station on The Bucketts Way at Krambach.
The men assaulted a 27-year-old male employee before stealing cash and a large amount of cigarettes.
The employee suffered minor injuries and did not seek medical attention.
Detectives from the State Crime Command’s robbery and serious crime squad began an investigation.
Police believe the armed robbery is could be linked with an incident at Wauchope.
About 8.50pm on Sunday, May 27, employees of the Bago Tavern were closing up when three men armed with a samurai sword, wooden club and machete entered.
The trio jumped over the counter before threatening and assaulting staff.
A 21-year-old man and a 19-year-old woman suffered minor injuries.
The men stole cash, wallets, mobile phones and a knife before leaving.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or www.nsw.crimestoppers.com.au.
Information is treated in strict confidence.
The public is reminded not to report crime via NSW Police social media pages.
