A 35-year-old man is facing multiple charges after allegedly storming Kensington Tavern and robbing the business of $5000 in cash. Photo / NZME
A 35-year-old man is facing multiple charges after allegedly storming Kensington Tavern and robbing the business of $5000 in cash. Photo / NZME
The man accused of carrying out an aggravated robbery at a Whangārei bar has appeared in court.
Police alleged the 35-year-old fired a shot into the ceiling of Kensington Tavern on Friday and stole $5000 in cash.
He was arrested yesterday afternoon.
The man appeared in theWhangārei District Court today to face charges of unlawful possession of a firearm, discharging a firearm to intimidate, aggravated robbery with a firearm and wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.
The latter charge alone carries a maximum penalty of 14 years’ imprisonment.
He was remanded in custody and is scheduled to appear again on August 26.
Brodie Stone covers crime and emergency for the Northern Advocate. She has spent most of her life in Whangārei and is passionate about delving into issues that matter to Northlanders and beyond.
