Armed Robbery in Doveton: Melbourne Police Seek Two Suspects
Two armed men are at large after a 29-year-old woman was robbed in a shopping centre carpark on Autumn Place in Doveton, Melbourne, this morning. The incident occurred around 9 am when a white Cabrio smart car pulled up near the woman.
Woman Robbed at Gunpoint
One of the men, who was in the passenger seat, exited the vehicle and demanded the woman’s handbag. When she refused, a brief struggle ensued, resulting in the men fleeing the scene with her handbag and phone. As they sped away, the driver brandished a gun out of the car window, adding a terrifying dimension to the crime.
Victim Hospitalized
Despite the traumatic ordeal, the victim, a Drouin woman, sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was promptly taken to the hospital for treatment. The swift actions of emergency responders ensured her well-being in the aftermath of the robbery.
Police Launch Investigation
Melbourne authorities have launched a comprehensive investigation into the armed robbery, with a focus on identifying and apprehending the two suspects involved. The search for the armed men is ongoing, with law enforcement urging anyone with information to come forward and assist in bringing the perpetrators to justice.
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