Man sought after armed robbery in Wyee

Police continue to search for a man after an armed holdup at a business on the Central Coast overnight.

About 10pm (Sunday 31 March 2019), two male employees were preparing to close a food business in Wyee Road at Wyee.

A man entered the store armed with a shortened firearm and threatened the men, demanding money.

The contents of three cash registers were handed over to the man, along with a quantity of cigarettes.

The man left the premises on a motorcycle making good his escape.

Officers from Lake Macquarie Police District were called and established a crime scene.

Investigators believe that a man described as wearing a crash helmet, long sleeved black hoodie, dark long pants, and black gloves may be able to assist with their inquiries into the matter.

The man carried a sports bag, shortened firearm and rode a motorcycle that is not further described.

Police have urged anyone with information about the armed robbery to come forward.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence.

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