Postal worker robbed and van containing parcels stolen

[bigbrickshop]

http://www.vicpolicenews.com.au/more-news/10010-postal-worker-robbed-at-altona-north.html

Police are appealing for the public’s assistance after a postal worker’s van was stolen at knifepoint in Altona North yesterday.

The victim, a 37-year-old Tarneit man, was making a delivery in Rosala Avenue around 12.30pm.

Investigators have been told he returned to his white 2012 Toyota Hiace van when he was approached by a man armed with a knife.

The offender made demands for the car keys before getting into the van and fleeing the scene.

It’s believed the Hiace van registration ZDQ 511 contained approximately 100 undelivered parcels.

The victim was not injured during the incident.

The offender is described as being Caucasian in appearance with a medium build, short black hair and clean shaven.

He was wearing a black short-sleeved top with black pants.

Anyone with information in relation to the armed robbery or who has seen the delivery van is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit www.crimestoppers.com.au

[thecatspjs]

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[annies_fancy_dress]

So, I assume he was after the vehicle, because who would want the parcels????

[standardtoaster]

I wouldn't be surprised if they did want the parcels. If there were that many parcels I'm sure some would have contained valuable objects that the thief could pawn or even sell on here.

[koalablue12]

I agree, one of the main reasons the van is used is to 'hand deliver' registered and insured parcels I guess, so it could be quite a scoop. Pretty ugly way to do it though, poor driver must have been traumatised to the max. Banks and other worthwhile BIG targets have so much security these days that the 'cowardly' operators are picking on the vulnerable. X-(

[koalablue12]

Bugger - that was 'bad timing' 😛