Knife-point robbery at Porirua petrol station

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Police are seeking a man over an aggravated knife-point robbery of a Porirua petrol station.

The robbery took place at the Mobil Service Station on Kenepuru Drive, Porirua about 6.20am on Sunday.

A man entered the service station brandishing a knife and demanding the attendant hand over the money.

"This was a distressing experience for the female attendant, who was present at the time in the garage," Detective Sergeant Shane Rongonui said.

The offender is described as being a male Maori or Polynesian in his early 20s, with a slim build and medium height. He wore a black jacket over a black hoodie, a black cap with white writing in front, distinctive black and white patterned gloves, grey track pants and black sneakers.

"Someone, somewhere will recognise the offender.

"We need those people to do the right thing, and tell us who the offender is," Mr Rongonui said.

Police would not say how much money was stolen from the service station.

Anyone with information about the incident can contact the Porirua Police on 04 238 1400 or anonymous information can be provided to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.