Man robs Kawerau dairy with tomahawk

Police would like to speak to the man captured on CCTV footage. Photo / Police

A man has robbed a Kawerau dairy armed with a tomahawk.

Police are asking for the public's help to solve the robbery at the River Road Dairy in Kawerau on Saturday about 6.45pm.

The offender threatened the shop assistant, before stealing cigarettes and confectionery.

Police believe a man captured on CCTV footage might be able to help with inquiries.

The man is wearing a red bucket-style hat, black rainjacket with red trim on the pockets, and black pants with a rope and hook around the hips.

Have you seen this man? Photo / Police

Anyone who recognises him by his clothing can contact Kawerau police on (07) 323 1400 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.