At around 5.15pm on Monday 25 March 2024, the victim was standing at a checkout counter inside a hardware store on Patterson Road in Rockingham. When it was his turn to be served, the victim placed $100 cash on the counter and engaged with the checkout operator about the product he was purchasing. When the victim was asked to make payment, he discovered the $100 cash had been taken from behind him.
Police have released CCTV images of a man who they believe may be able to assist with their investigation.
The man is described as: light skinned, slim build, between 50 to 60 years of age with a grey beard, moustache and sleeve tattoo visible on his left arm. He was wearing a black and white t-shirt, beige trousers, black sneakers, beige cap, sunglasses and carried a black shoulder bag. The man is believed to have arrived at the store on a motorcycle.
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 11453.