Investigators from Lake Macquarie Police District are appealing for information after a man was allegedly threatened with a firearm near his home at Edgeworth today.
Police have been told that about 10.45am (Thursday 1 June 2023), an unknown male rode a motorcycle to Etheridge Crescent, Edgeworth, before allegedly threatening another man with a firearm.
As investigations continue to identify the armed man, police have now released the description of a man they believe can assist with their inquiries.
At the time of the incident, the man was wearing a black hoodie with slim beige-coloured chino pants and white shoes. He was riding a dirt bike with an orange front and dark rear.
Police urge anyone with dashcam footage, CCTV, or information that might assist investigators, to come forward.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.