Bank Robbery In Orewa
Title: Bank Robbery In Orewa
The Orewa branch of the Westpac Bank has been robbed today.
Rodney police say a male entered the Bank which is located in Westpac Plaza in Orewa, at 10.00am today, Wednesday 9 September 2009.
The man presented a note to the female teller and he was given some cash. He then ran from the bank. No weapons were used. The bank officer is being counseled. Police have issued a description of the robber.
Male – Maori or Pacific Island Age – in his twenties Height – 170 – 180 cm – medium build Smooth skin with a dimple on the left side Clothing – wearing blue denim jeans, grey/light green colored hooded sweat shirt, sunglasses [black framed and lens] and a baseball cap.
Police have been searching the area after the robber was last seen walking up Tamariki Avenue towards the Nautilus Apartments and Centreway Road.
Anyone who can identify the robber or has any information on his present whereabouts is urged to call the Orewa CIB on 09 426 4555, or 027 277 7549.
ENDS