"Aggravated robbery of local dairy in Tokoroa -
police need witnesses"
Tokoroa CIB are currently
investigating an aggravated robbery of a local dairy that
occurred last night at about 8.30pm.
Three men have
entered the store and demanded cash and have fled on foot to
a waiting vehicle
A scene examination and witness
statements are currently underway.
Victim support is in
place for the two store persons who were present at the
time.
Tokoroa CIB would like to hear from the public
about any suspicious activity around the Tainui Street area
around 8.30pm on Sunday 26 February 2017.
Police also urge
that members of the public report any suspicious behaviour
around their local takeaways and dairies to assist in
preventing further occurrences of this nature.
Urgent
calls can be made to 111 and other information can be passed
on anonymously via the CrimeStoppers Line 0800 555
111.
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