Raumanga Boxing Day robbery: Police seek sightings of stolen VW hatchback

Police want the public's help to find this Volkswagen vehicle, allegedly taken from its owner at gunpoint.

Police are hunting for a vehicle allegedly stolen at gunpoint from a man on Boxing Day in Whangārei.

Detective Sergeant Pieter Serfontein said two people pointed a firearm at the victim before assaulting him and taking a dark-coloured 2009 Volkswagen hatchback with the registration RBZ53, distinctive mag wheels and stickers.

The incident happened at an address in Collingwood St, Raumanga, about 12.20am on December 26.

Police say two people pointed a firearm at a man before assaulting him and taking this Volkswagen.

“The victim received minor injuries and was understandably shaken by the incident.

“We are now appealing to anyone who witnessed anything in the area at the time to please contact police.”

Serfontein said police would also like any information about any sightings of the vehicle the day of the incident or since then.

Anyone with information can contact the police online, by calling 105, or anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.

Please quote the reference number 251226/8912.

Sarah Curtis is a news reporter for the Northern Advocate, covering a wide range of issues. She has nearly 20 years’ experience in journalism, mostly as a court reporter in Gisborne and on the East Coast.