Man arrested after Papakura ASB bank robbed

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A man has been arrested after a bank in Papakura was robbed this morning.

The ASB bank on Great South Road was robbed just after 10am this morning.

A member of the public was injured during an altercation inside the bank as the man demanded cash from staff.

This person received superficial wounds and was taken to hospital to be treated.

The man allegedly ran from the scene and was seen dumping cash as he fled.

He was quickly arrested by police.

A 19-year-old man will appear in the Manukau District Court tomorrow charged with robbery. Further charges are pending.

He is being held in custody and is assisting police who would like to hear from anyone who witnessed the incident.

Counties Manukau Police can be contacted on 09 261 1321.