A CONVENIENCE store in Altona Meadows was held up by two armed bandits early Monday morning.
The two men entered the store at the intersection of Queen and Victoria streets around 3am when one masked man armed with a knife demanded the cashier hand over cash and cigarettes, while his accomplice held the door open.
Both men are described to be of Pacific Islander appearance and got away with cash.
Anyone with information regarding the armed robbery is asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit www.crimestoppers.com.au.