One gang, six victims in 25-kilometre Sydney crime spree

The alleged attacks took place in Parramatta, Surry Hills, Hyde Park and Glebe - a distance of more than 25 kilometres - over about 90 minutes, ending with a car chase through Sydney's inner west.

NSW Police said the first incident occurred about 2.25am when a 39-year-old man was allegedly threatened by three men in Parramatta.

The man was allegedly hit in the head and knocked to the ground before being robbed of his laptop, mobile phone and watch.

His alleged assailants left in a white Ford Focus hatchback.

About 3.10am, a man and two women were allegedly threatened by a group of men at Hyde Park, between Elizabeth and College streets in the CBD.

Their handbags, mobile phones and passports were allegedly stolen by the group of men but they were not injured.

Ten minutes later, a German tourist was approached on Elizabeth Street in Surry Hills and allegedly hit in the face with a weapon, leaving him with serious injuries.

The man, believed to be aged in his 20s, was taken to St Vincent's Hospital where he is in a stable condition. It is believed he was also robbed but he is yet to be interviewed by detectives.

Fifteen minutes after the Surry Hills incident, an employee at a convenience store on Glebe Point Road was allegedly threatened by three men armed with a machete and a hammer.

The men allegedly stole cash and cigarettes before fleeing. The worker was not injured.

A short time later police spotted the white Ford Focus on Parramatta Road and started a pursuit which had to be terminated at Homebush West due to safety concerns after the car reached speeds of up to 130 km/h and ran several red lights.

Police have appealed for public assistance in identifying the men allegedly involved in the crime spree.

Members of the public are advised to call 000 if they see the white 2008 model Ford Focus hatchback and not approach the vehicle.

Anyone with information about the incidents can contact Crimestoppers.

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