Northern Territory Police are calling for public assistance following a robbery in Darwin CBD.

Detective Acting Senior Sergeant Karl Day said the incident occurred yesterday just after 9:20pm on the corner of Mitchell Street and Peel Street.

“A male has been approached by another male, and assaulted before having a sum of cash stolen from him.

“The offender fled from the scene, leaving the victim quiet shaken. A passer-by came to his aid and contacted Police.”

Police want to speak with a man captured on CCTV running from the area.

He is described as being of Caucasian appearance and medium build. At the time of the alleged offence he was wearing a white and black t-shirt, black shorts, black runners and a black beanie.

If you have any information that may assist, or if you can identify the person pictured, please contact Police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.