Detectives hunt masked men over horrifying cleaver robbery in Preston CCTV captures a trio of cleaver-wielding bandits as they make their escape from a terrifying robbery in Melbourne's north. THREE masked men have carried out a terrifying robbery armed with meat cleavers in Melbournes north. Detectives have been told the men entered the Regent St shop in Preston just before 1pm. The men made demands for money and stole cigarettes, purses and a quantity of cash from the stop owners and customers. The men were all wearing dark-coloured hooded tops and masks. A fourth man was waiting in a green two-door Ford Festiva outside the shop, which was last sighted on Massey St, Reservoir. No one was injured during the incident and the investigation is ongoing. Anyone who witnessed the robbery or has further information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit www.crimestoppers.com.au