Detectives investigating an aggravated break and enter in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs in August are appealing for public assistance and have released footage of a man who might be able to assist police with inquiries.
About 9.00pm on Friday 23 August 2024, a woman was at home in a unit in Anglesea Street, Bondi, when she disturbed a man who had gained entry to the unit through an unlocked door.
The woman called out to the male, who immediately ran from the unit via a back door.
She contacted 000 and officers from Eastern Suburbs Police Area Command attended, along with an officer from the Dog Squad.
Despite a search of the area, police were unable to locate the man.
Police established a crime scene, which was examined by specialist officers.
As part of the investigation, police conducted a canvass of neighbours and nearby businesses in an attempt to identify the man.
Investigating police have released footage of a man who may be able to assist with inquiries.
The man is described as being of Caucasian appearance, about 180cm tall, and thin build. He was wearing light blue jeans, a grey long-sleeved shirt and a black mask that covered his face.
Anyone who recognises the man of has information which might assist police is urged to contact Eastern Suburbs Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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.
