Oxley Police District appeals for information after alleged attempted robbery in Gunnedah

Officers attached to the Oxley Police District are appealing for information after an alleged attempted robbery in Gunnedah on Wednesday, September 6.

At about 11:30pm on Wednesday, police allege two males, who were armed with knives, approached an 81-year-old man outside his home on Buelah Street, in Gunnedah.

Officers believe the elderly man fell over and hit his head while taking a step back, when the two males allegedly threatened him and demanded his car keys.

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During the alleged confrontation, a woman at the home threw an object at the men who fled on foot.

NSW Ambulance paramedics rushed to the scene and treated the 81-year-old for a laceration to his head.

He was taken to Gunnedah Hospital for further observation.

Police officers attended the scene and launched an investigation to try and piece together what happened.

As the investigation continues, anyone with information, CCTV, or dashcam footage is urged to contact Gunnedah Police Station or Crime Stoppers.

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