The Z petrol station in Taradale has been cordoned off. Photo/Warren Buckland
The Z petrol station in Taradale has been cordoned off. Photo/Warren Buckland
Police have cordoned off Z petrol station on Lee Rd, in the Napier suburb of Taradale, after an aggravated robbery during the early hours of the morning.
A police spokeswoman said they were called to the scene at 1.58am this morning.
"It appears a man has entered the store, threatenedthe attendant with a knife and stolen cash."
The offender left on foot, heading north towards Gloucester St.
Two police cars are at the address carrying out inquiries and CCTV footage was being looked at.
People with information are asked to contact Detective Kate Hyde at the Hastings Police Station on (06) 873 0500, or alternatively, information can be passed through Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.