Canterbury Police are
investigating an incident that occurred at approximately
11:40am yesterday (27 November 2015) where two men are
reported to have assaulted and robbed security company staff
of an undisclosed amount of money from the McDonalds car
park, near the airport.
Detective Damon Wells says it was
lucky that no one was hurt during this robbery.
"Police
and the security company are supporting the staff targeted
in this incident."
Canterbury Police investigations to
locate those involved in the robbery are ongoing and advise
employees and members of the public involved in transferring
or moving money to remain vigilant and report any suspicious
activity.
Please contact Police if you witnessed the
incident or were in the carpark and saw a white VW Golf Polo
parked there or leaving the carpark around 11.40am.
Anyone
with any information that may assist Police should call
Christchurch Police Station on 03 363 7400.
Information
can also be provided anonymously by calling Crimestoppers on
0800 555
111.
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