Police said public input helped in the arrest of two youths after a dairy robbery in Napier on Wednesday evening.
Police said public input helped in the arrest of two youths after a dairy robbery in Napier on Wednesday evening.
Two young people have appeared in the Youth Court at Napier after allegedly robbing a dairy.
A robbery was reported on Bill Hercock Ave in Pirimai, Napier, about 6pm on Wednesday.
Police said one young person was found and arrested on Thursday night, while the other was arrested during theexecution of a search warrant on Friday morning.
The pair allegedly used a stolen car in the robbery, which has since been recovered by police, thanks to information received from the public.
Both youths were scheduled to appear in court on Friday, charged with aggravated robbery and unlawful taking of a motor vehicle.
Police want to thank people who contacted them after witnessing suspicious behaviour by the youths.
People not yet spoken to who have information that could help with inquiries are asked to contact officers by calling 105, quoting the file number 251119/8702.
Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
