Police are investigating an attempted armed robbery at a Raymond Terrace petrol station, which became physical between the bandit and a staff member.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
or signup to continue reading
A man entered the Adelaide Street business about 7.10pm on Friday and approached the counter, police said.
He asked for a pack of cigarettes before he allegedly threatened the male staff member with what appeared to be a firearm and demanded cash and cigarettes.
The would-be thief jumped the counter, before struggling with the worker who managed to escape from the premises.
The staff member returned, police said, and a further struggle took place.
The bandit ran from the store empty-handed and fled the scene on a bike.
No customers were inside the business at the time and no-one was hurt.
A crime scene was established and several items were seized for forensic testing including a paintball pistol in the shape of a firearm, a cap, a bag and a bicycle helmet.
The man is described as being of Caucasian appearance, aged between 20 and 25 years old, around 180cm tall, with red hair and a medium build.
He was last seen wearing a brown hooded jumper, brown pants and black shoes.
While you're with us, did you know Newcastle Herald offers breaking news alerts, daily email newsletters and more? Keep up to date with all the local news - sign up here.
- Police appeal for witnesses after a woman was stabbed in her home at Cardiff on Christmas Day
- Star Wars experts review the new movie, Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker
- Crisis deepens as Newcastle City and Suburban Cricket Association management committee implodes as third board member called before judiciary
- A NSW parliamentary inquiry has rejected a compensation pathway that would cost taxpayers
- Newcastle council plays hardball on Solo recycling contract
