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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Jess Staufenberg

Businesses on lookout for 'Spiderman' and 'Santa Claus' after service station robbery

Police have warned businesses to look out for Spiderman and Santa Claus after a service station was robbed by a pair of men reportedly in fancy dress.

Shops in Queensland, Australia, were on the alert for the fantasy duo, who were thought to be armed, ABC news reported.

A service station west of Brisbane was held up by two attackers wielding a sword and a hammer who got away with as many cigarettes as they could carry.

No-one was hurt and no money was taken, but the pair made their escape in a white vehicle and are being sought by local authorities.

Police warned businesses to look out for anyone dressed in those costumes.

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