Canterbury, 9
July 2014 - At about 5.40pm on Tuesday 8 July 2014 a male
armed with a handgun entered the Featherstone Dairy, corner
of Harewood Road and Harris Crescent; and demanded cash from
the sole shopkeeper. The male became startled and left
without any cash or other items. He decamped on foot, last
seen heading west on Harris Crescent.
The offender was
described as a Caucasian male, wearing grey track pants,
black ‘Element’ hoodie with a blue t-shirt underneath,
black balaclava and black gloves. He was carrying a black
and red back pack. (View images here).
The firearm was described as a black single
barrelled handgun.
At this time Police believe this is an
isolated incident. Anyone with any information in relation
to this incident is asked to contact Detective Char PORIMA,
Christchurch Police ph: 3637400. Information can also be
provided anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers on 0800
555
111
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