Whangārei detectives are seeking the public’s assistance in investigating a cowardly aggravated robbery late last month.

Police would like to speak to two men featured in footage after the victim was left with facial injuries following the ordeal.

Detective Sergeant Paul Overton, of Whangārei CIB, says the victim was approached at around 2.10am on 17 August 2025 in Whangārei CBD.

“The victim had been seated on Rathbone Street after a night out in town, when he was approached by two men,” he says.

“These men have spoken with the victim, who was intoxicated at the time, before he was assaulted a number of times.

“At one point the victim has briefly lost consciousness during the offending and has suffered bruising as a result.”

Items have been stolen from the victim’s pockets during the aggravated robbery, including his wallet.

Detective Sergeant Overton is calling on the community to provide information.

“This was a cowardly assault, and I know the community will share a dim view on what has happened,” he says.

“I’m confident someone will know exactly who these two individuals are, and I’m asking them to come forward and provide information.”

If you can assist Police enquiries, you can update Police online now or call 105 using the reference number 250817/7197.

Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.

© Scoop Media