Man injured in struggle during attempted robbery at park

An attempted robbery left a man seriously injured in Casino early this morning, Friday, November 8.

At 3.30am, a man was in a parked car at Crawford Square, Casino, when he was awoken by an unknown man who demanded his mobile phone and a motorbike, which was attached to the car.

There was a struggle and the man who was in the car was wounded on his arm, chest and back.

The unknown man fled the scene a short time later empty handed.

A member of the public who was nearby drove the injured man, 26, to Casino Hospital where he is being treated for non-life-threatening injuries.

Police were told about the incident by the hospital and immediately started inquiries.

A crime scene was established at Crawford Square.  

Police urge anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

This information was provided by NSW Police.

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