Police Use Helicopter to Hunt Man Wanted Over Devonport and Railton Crimes

Police are using a helicopter to search for a man allegedly linked to a series of crimes in the north-west, including a service station robbery. Officers first learned about the man shortly after 9am on Sunday after getting reports that he was acting erratically on Macfie Street in Devonport. Members of the public reported that he was knocking on doors and demanding vehicle keys before leaving in a white Toyota.

The Robbery And Theft

A service station in Railton, located about 22 kilometres south of Devonport, was robbed just before 10am. A quantity of cash was taken from the shop. The man then allegedly stole a silver Alfa Romeo from Kimberley, which is about 9 kilometres south-east of Railton. Police have deployed multiple resources, including an aircraft, to search for the suspect and the stolen car.

Suspect Description

The suspect is about 5 feet 8 inches tall with short hair, an olive complexion, and facial tattoos. No one has been physically hurt in any of the incidents so far. Authorities are urging anyone who spots the man not to approach him, but to call police immediately.

Context

Police manhunts using air support and local patrols are standard procedures when a suspect moves quickly across multiple towns in a short timeframe. Quick public warnings help prevent further confrontation if a dangerous or erratic individual is still moving through populated areas.