Brimbank Crime investigation Unit detectives are investigating an attempted carjacking and armed robbery in Rockbank this morning.
Officers were told that the victim, a ride share driver, picked up two men on Sayers and Leaks roads on Sunday, 22 September about 12.35am.
The two men instructed the victim to Sheahan Road, Rockbank when one the men produced a knife and made demands for the victim’s phone, cash and vehicle.
It is believed a scuffle broke out between the two and the victim sustained an injury to his hands.
The victim fled the scene in his vehicle and drove to the intersection of Sheahan and Hopkins roads where he flagged down a passerby.
The two offenders fled the scene on foot with the victim’s phone.
With the assistance of the K9 Unit a knife was located in nearby parkland.
Despite a thorough search of the area, the offenders were not located.
Both the males were wearing black clothing, and are described as being of islander appearance, of solid build, approximately 175cms and aged in their early 20’s.
A 34-year-old man from Airport west was transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
The investigation into the incident remains ongoing.
Anyone who witnessed the incident, with dashcam/CCTV footage or information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
