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Bentley armed robberies: police release image of suspect

Staff writerCanning Gazette

POLICE are seeking the public’s help to identify a man who was involved in three armed robberies last year.

The first incident occurred about 6pm on Monday May 5, 2015.

The man entered a liquor store on Albany Highway in Gosnells with his face partially obscured by a beanie.

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He was armed with a knife which he brandished at a female employee before demanding cash and running from the store and along Albany Highway.

Then, about 11.40am on Friday 22 May 2015, the man entered a liquor store on Albany Highway in Bentley armed with a knife.

He demanded money before running from the shop.

The third incident occurred at the same liquor store the following day about 12:55pm, with the man threatening the female staff member with a knife before making off with cash.

The man involved in the three incidents is described as being between 40-45 years old, fair skinned, approximately 180-190cm tall and of medium build.

During all three robberies the offender wore a black-hooded jumper, and a pair of dark blue jeans with distinctive fade patches on the back and front area of the upper and lower legs.

During both robberies committed at the Bentley liquor store, the offender wore a black beanie over his face with his chin exposed, large black gloves and black sports shoes with white stripes and soles.

Anyone who can assist in identifying the man is asked to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or make a report online at www.crimestopperswa.com.au