Armed robbery appeal in Nerang, QLD

Gold Coast detectives are appealing for witnesses following the armed robbery of a convenience store in Nerang on December 27.

At around 7.30pm a man entered the store on Beltana Way and produced a long black knife, demanding cash and cigarettes.

The 63-year-old female attendant handed over a small sum of money and cigarettes.

The man then fled the store on foot.

The woman was not physically injured.

The man was wearing a black balaclava on his face, a long-sleeved black top and black pants with a black cap.

Investigators are appealing for anyone who may have further information to contact police.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131 444 or provide information using the online form 24hrs per day.

You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, by calling 1800 333 000 or via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day.

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