Police investigating an armed robbery at a Cessnock travel agent last week have released a COMFIT of a man who may be able to assist with inquiries.
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About 1.30pm on Monday, August 11, a man entered the business on Cooper Street, armed with a handgun.
Police have been told the man threatened a female employee, demanding cash.
The woman handed over cash, before the man assaulted her and fled the scene.
The woman was uninjured during the incident.
Officers attached to Central Hunter Local Area Command were called and established a crime scene.
As they continue to investigate the incident, detectives have now released a COMFIT (computer-generated image) of a man who they believe may be able to assist with inquiries.
He is described as being of Caucasian appearance, aged in his 30s, about 183 centimetres tall, of medium build, with short dark hair, and with colourful tattoos down both arms.
The man with whom police would like to speak was seen wearing a grey T-shirt and black thongs.
Anyone who knows the identity of the man depicted or has any information about the incident is urged to contact Central Hunter detectives on 02 4991 0199 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Police are urging anyone with information about this incident to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or use the Crime Stoppers online reporting page: https://www1.police.nsw.gov.au/.
