Northern Beaches detectives have reopened the investigation into an armed robbery that occurred at a Narrabeen service station 14 years ago today.
On April 22, 2011, a man armed with a sawn-off rifle threatened a staff member at a Pittwater Road service station before fleeing with cash. Despite the significant time that has passed, police are determined to solve the case and have issued a fresh appeal for public assistance.
“Today marks the 14th anniversary of when the hold-up occurred, and we are asking for help from the public,” Inspector Mick Boutouridis said.
“Despite the passage of time we never give up on trying to solve serious offences, especially when a firearm is produced.”
The suspect, who would now be approximately 39 years old, was described as Caucasian, around 170 cm tall with a medium build and short, spiky dark hair at the time of the robbery. A distinctive barbed wire tattoo on his right upper arm may help identify him.
During the 2011 incident, the armed man was wearing a white cap, brown jumper with red patterns on the sleeve, light blue track pants, dark gloves, and dark shoes. Some of his clothing was later recovered on The Esplanade following the robbery.
The suspect was last seen running down Robertson Street after the hold-up, which resulted in no physical injuries.
“Someone must know something about this case, and we are calling on anyone who knows anything to call Manly Police Station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000,” Inspector Boutouridis added.
Published 22-April-2025
