Shepparton Crime Investigation Unit detectives are investigating an armed robbery that took place early Friday morning at Byrneside, north of Tatura.
Detective Acting Sergeant Leon Schroeter said a Caucasian man held up the Byrneside Service Station, on the Midland Hwy, at about 4.45am.
Police were told the man entered the service station, put his hand in his jacket pocket to appear as though he was concealing a firearm and told the attendant he had a firearm.
According to police, the man demanded cash and cigarettes before fleeing the scene on foot with $500 cash and 80 packets of cigarettes.
The man wore a grey hooded jacket, black/blue pants with the word ‘Boston’ on the left leg and orange/pink Nike shoes.
Investigators have released CCTV of a man they believe can help with their inquiries.
Anyone with information can contact Shepparton Crime Investigation Unit on 5820 5777 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or make a report at crimestoppersvic.com.au