Frightening footage: Gunman holds up busy servo, remains on the run

Police have released CCTV of a frightening armed hold-up in the hunt for the gunman.

A man wearing a Furphy beanie and black hoodie entered the Tooradin on the busy South Gippsland Highway about 3.15am on Tuesday.

He took a flavoured milk from the fridge and placed it on the counter.

Then he asked for a pack cigarettes before pulling out a sawn-off gun.

He threw a bag at the shop attendant and demanded money at gun-point.

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The offender is perceived to be Caucasian, in his 30s with a slim build and wearing a ‘Furphy’ beanie, black zip hoodie, a black t-shirt with NXP on the front and jeans.

Anyone with information is urged to call Crime Stoppers Victoria on 1800 333 000 or log onto www.crimestoppersvic.com.au