Two teenagers have been arrested following an alleged robbery at a convenience store in Dee Why.
Police responded to reports of a possible armed robbery just before 8:00 p.m. at a store on The Strand on 6 February.
According to authorities, a group of five young males entered the store and refused to leave when asked by a staff member. An argument broke out, and one of the boys was allegedly carrying a knife.
The group then stole several items before running away, and headed north towards Dee Why Lagoon.
Dee Why Convenience Store CCTV Footage Helps Identify Suspects
Officers from the Northern Beaches Police Area Command arrived quickly and spoke with the store employee. After reviewing CCTV footage, they recognised some of the youths as individuals known to them. With this information, police and the Dog Unit focused their search on the Collaroy area.
Around 45 minutes later, officers spotted three boys walking along Pittwater Road near the shops. Two of them, aged 16 and 13, were taken into custody and transported to Manly Police Station for questioning.
Police Continue Search for Remaining Suspects
While two arrests have been made, police are still working to identify and locate the other three individuals involved. Detectives spent the evening at the Dee Why convenience store, gathering evidence.
Teens to Be Dealt with Under Young Offenders Act
Authorities confirmed that the two arrested teenagers would be dealt with under the Young Offenders Act. This legislation allows young people accused of certain offences to go through alternative legal processes, such as youth justice conferences, cautions, or warnings, rather than formal court proceedings.
Investigations into the incident are ongoing, and police are urging anyone with information to come forward.
Published 8-Feb-2025
