Lake Macquarie Police have issued an urgent appeal for information from the community regarding a brazen carjacking incident that took place at Charlestown Square Shopping Centre in New South Wales yesterday. The incident occurred on June 12, 2023, at approximately 4:00 PM local time.
Authorities are specifically requesting dash cam footage from witnesses who may have captured the incident or any related suspicious activity. The stolen vehicle is identified as a black Mazda 3 with the registration plates YBW00M. Eyewitnesses report that the car exited the shopping center’s carpark via the Patricia Ave exit.
Individuals who possess relevant dash cam footage or have any information pertinent to the case are urged to come forward and contact Crime Stoppers immediately at 1800 333 000. To ensure confidentiality, informants may also provide information discreetly through the Crime Stoppers online reporting page at: https://www1.police.nsw.gov.au/.
Lake Macquarie Police are actively investigating this alarming carjacking incident and are relying on the assistance of the public to help bring the perpetrators to justice. Further updates on the investigation will be provided as they become available.