Police investigate armed robbery at Waterford West

Police have charged a man following an alleged armed robbery at a restaurant in Chambers Flat Road, Waterford West this evening.

A 40-year-old Park Ridge man allegedly entered the business shortly before 7pm brandishing a knife and demanding cash from a staff member.

A witness allegedly intervened, striking the 40-year-old, causing him to drop the knife.

Police will allege the man was subdued until police arrived a short time later, placing him under arrest.

The Park Ridge man was later charged with enter premises with intent to commit an indictable offence and attempted armed robbery.

He is due to appear in the Beenleigh Magistrates Court tomorrow.

Investigators are keen to hear from any witnesses who have not been spoken to.

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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