Police release footage of armed robbery

Once inside, police said the man threatened a 14-year-old female worker with a knife and demanded cash.

The offender also threatened the 46-year-old store owner with a knife and chased him out of the store, police said.

The offender fled the scene, with police saying they were last seen heading along Swallow St.

Nobody was injured.

The man is described as being Caucasian in appearance, about 170cm tall and in his late teens.

He was last seen wearing a grey hoodie, black cap, bandana and black pants wearing a distinctive ‘LA Lakers’ backpack with a string strap.

Police have also released footage of the man.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at crimestoppersvic.com.au