Police are investigating the robbery of a car wash near Albury yesterday.

About 12.45pm (Saturday 17 January 2015), a 71-year-old man working at a car wash on Kaylock Road, Lavington (about 4km north east of Albury), went into an office to answer a phone.

Police have been told a man appeared in the office, before he approached the employee and assaulted him.

A brief melee ensued between the two, before the man fled the scene with cash.

The employee suffered bruising to the face and body. He did not require treatment.

Officers attached to Albury Local Area Command were called and commenced investigations.

As police continue to investigate the incident, they would like to speak to a man who may be able to assist with their inquiries.

He is described as being of Caucasian appearance, aged in his mid 20s, of slim build, and about 183cm tall.

Anyone with information is urged to come forward and contact Crime Stoppers.