A man was robbed at knife-point in Lyneham on Saturday night, and police are investigating whether the same people also tried to burgle a shop in the suburb.
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Police said in a statement that two men approached a man on Hall Street, near the Lyneham shops, about 9.10pm.
"The men demanded cash and one threatened the victim with a knife. The man complied and handed over some cash and a mobile phone," police said in a statement.
The men ran away across Brigalow Street and Longstaff Street, towards Lewin Street.
Police said they were also investigating a burglary at the Lyneham shops Mini-Mart, where two offenders with a similar description damaged the rear door in an attempt to gain entry. They left when the shop alarm sounded.
The first man was described as being of Caucasian appearance, 6 foot (183cm) tall, possibly aged in his 20s or 30s, and of a slim build with pale skin. He was wearing a blue and grey hoodie with white writing on the front and back, blue shorts and runners.
The second man was described as being of Caucasian appearance, 5 foot 6 inches (168cm) tall, possibly aged in his 20s or 30s, with tanned skin and short hair. He was wearing a grey and black T-shirt and black jeans.
Police ask anyone who might know anything about the crimes or who saw any suspicious activity in the Lyneham shops area to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or at act.crimestoppers.com.au.