The owners of an Indian takeaway shop were shot by a slug-gun wielding robber, who was tripped by a customer as he tried to flee the scene.
Police were called to the shop on Great North Rd in Glendene just after 10.40pm yesterday, and the alleged offender was caught andarrested in the area shortly after.
Detective Inspector Bruce Scott said the shop was owned by a couple who were about to close up for the night.
The alleged robber burst in, pointed the slug gun at the woman and demanded cash. He then shot her twice.
Hearing the commotion, the husband came out from the back of the shop and handed over the cash register.