By Kyra Gillespie
The images of three men believed to be linked to an armed robbery in Berwick earlier this year have today been released by Detectives from Crime Command.
It’s believed a 25-year-old man arranged to meet with a man known only as ‘MJ’ at Sweeney Reserve in Berwick on Saturday 17 March to purchase cannabis.
About 8.45pm that night the victim was met by three men who arrived at the park in a silver VW Passat sedan.
The victim then got into the vehicle, where he was greeted by a man who identified himself as MJ.
The men asked the victim if he had money for the drugs and pointed a firearm at him when he produced a quantity of cash.
The men then demanded the cash and after being given it by the victim, threw him out of the vehicle and drove away.
The victim attempted to follow them in his own vehicle, however he lost control and subsequently crashed into a house on Golf Links Drive.
Police were able to obtain details in relation to the earlier armed robbery when called to the scene.
The victim was not injured during the armed robbery or collision.
No one has been arrested in relation to the incident, however a firearm matching the description of the one used in the armed robbery was located in the Hampton Park area a few days later.
Detectives have released digital composite images of three men they wish to speak to in relation to the incident.
Two of the men are described as being perceived to be African in appearance while the third is described as being perceived to be of Middle Eastern appearance.
Investigators have also released a photo of the firearm that was located.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
