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Sunday, May 19, 2024

Man, 61, robbed at gunpoint on Central Coast

An investigation is underway after a 61-year-old man was robbed at gunpoint on the Central Coast this morning.

Police say that at around 3.20am, a 61-year-old man was waiting in his Nissan Pulsar at the Ourimbah Interchange when a white ute with a trail bike in the tray stopped in front of his car.

“The ute driver got out and approached the man’s vehicle before threatening him with a weapon, demanding his wallet,” NSW Police said in a statement.

“The armed man pointed the weapon towards a witness in a nearby vehicle before fleeing with the man’s wallet, towards the Pacific Highway at Ourimbah.

“Officers attached to Tuggerah Lakes Police District attended and commenced an investigation.”

As inquiries continue, police are urging anyone who may have dashcam footage from the nearby area between 3am and 3.30am to contact Wyong Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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