Police are appealing for public assistance following an armed robbery on bus route 250 in March.
It is understood a teenager was waiting for the 250 bus in the vicinity of Rushall railway station in Fitzroy North when he was approached by two unknown males about 2.05am on Sunday 26 March.
Police were told the teenager and males boarded the bus, before the males seated themselves next to the teenager.
As the bus began to leave the bus stop, the teenager felt what he thought was a weapon press against his ribs.
Police were told the pair demanded the victims iPhone, fleeced jumper, and his shoes.
Officers believe the offenders got off the bus at the Park Street/Rathdowne Street bus stop in Carlton North about 2:11am.
The victim, who was 17-years-old at the time of the incident, wasn’t physically injured.
Police have released CCTV footage and images of two males they believe may be able to assist with their enquiries.
The first male is perceived to be Caucasian in appearance, approximately 182cms tall and of slim build.
He was seen wearing a blue jumper, a white puffer jacket and black runners.
The second male is perceived to be African in appearance, approximately 152cms tall and of slim build.
He was seen wearing a black puffer jacket, white runners and camouflage patterned pants.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
