Christchurch pharmacy staff left shaken after knifepoint robbery

CCTV image of a man armed with a knife who allegedly held up the Templeton Pharmacy in Christchurch. Photo / Templeton Pharmacy

A man who robbed a Christchurch pharmacy at knifepoint has left staff shaken but uninjured.

Templeton Pharmacy posted pictures of a person wearing black, with a spiked hair style brandishing a knife to employees on Thursday.

"Unfortunately we were held up today by a man with a knife. If you recognise him please let the police know as soon as possible.

"Fortunately no one was hurt, however this has shaken everyone. We are open tomorrow as usual with some extra help," the pharmacy said on social media.

The man walked into the Kirk Road pharmacy demanding prescription medication. Photo / Templeton Pharmacy Facebook

A police spokeswoman said the man walked into the Kirk Rd pharmacy demanding prescription medication, Stuff reported.

The pharmacy asked people to "pop in to remind us all that mostly people are good".

Anyone with information was urged to contact Detective Sergeant Brad Grainger at Christchurch Central Police Station on 03 363 7400.