Northern Territory Police are calling for witnesses after an aggravated robbery in Nightcliff yesterday afternoon.
Just before 6pm, a 77-year-old male was approached by an unknown offender in the bathrooms at a licenced premises along Camphor Street in Nightcliff.
It is alleged the male brandished a 30cm knife from a tea towel and demanded money, before forcing and locking the victim into a cubicle.
The adult male offender fled the location with a large sum of money. He is described a man of Aboriginal appearance, with a buzz cut and facial hair. At the time of the offending, he was seen wearing a red and black jersey with a large distinctive spider on the front.
No injuries were reported.
Detectives from Serious Crime Squad are continuing the investigation.
Police are urging anyone with information to make contact on 131 444. Please quote reference 2400001694.
You can also make an anonymous report through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or through https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/
