Man charged over armed robbery – Helensvale

Members of the Gold Coast Rapid Action Patrol have located and arrested a man in relation to the armed robbery of a bottleshop at Helensvale on July 20, 2014.

During the robbery a hatchet was allegedly produced at the Siganto Drive premises.

A 28-year-old man of no fixed place of abode has been charged with armed robbery, unlawful use of a motor vehicle, stealing and a drug offence.

He is expected to face Southport Magistrates Court this morning.

Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a registered charity and community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444 or Policelink.qld.gov.au 24hrs a day.

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