Police are investigating after a worker was hospitalised following a violent bar robbery in Glen Eden. Video / NZ Herald
A worker at a West Auckland restaurant has been injured after trying to stop four robbers armed with hammers and bats who stormed the eatery as diners were enjoying their meals.
Police have launched an investigation after the incident at Aroha Restaurant and Bar on Great North Rd, Glen Eden,last night.
Police have launched an investigation into the robbery that happened while customers were still inside.
Detective Senior Sergeant Simon Harrison said four masked offenders arrived at the restaurant at 10.25pm with customers still dining inside.
“A worker who attempted to engage with the offenders was assaulted, sustaining moderate injuries.
“They were transported to hospital for medical treatment.”
A worker at the Aroha Restaurant and Bar was assaulted trying to stop the four masked offenders. Photo / NZHerald
Harrison said a sum of money was missing from the restaurant, with opportunistic customers believed to have grabbed cash that had been dropped in the car park.
The four offenders remain at large.
Four masked offenders arrived at the premises around 10.25pm, allegedly armed with hammers and bats. Photo / NZHerald
Anyone with information that can help police was being asked to contact Police online at 105.police.govt.nz or call 105, using the reference number 251016/6883.
