Armadale Detectives are investigating an attempted robbery that occurred outside a shopping centre along Albany Highway, Kelmscott (nearest cross street is Gilwell Avenue) on Tuesday 26 November 2019.
Around 6:30am, the 64 year old male victim, was withdrawing money from an ATM when he was approached by an unknown man.
The man has attempted to steal the money from the victim’s hands and when he was unsuccessful, he assaulted the victim, punching him multiple times to the face. The victim fell to the ground and called for help, causing the male to run away. As a result of the incident, the victim received cuts to his face where he was treated at Armadale Hospital and discharged the same day.
Detectives have released CCTV footage of a man they believe can assist with inquiries.
He is described being around 175-180cm tall with tanned skin. He was wearing a Stussy branded dark hooded jacket, dark joggers and trainers.
If you have any information about the identity of this man or details of this offence please contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestopperswa.com.au. You can remain anonymous if you wish and rewards are available once charges are laid. Please quote Reference Number 9468.
