Police were notified of a burglary at 5.30am yesterday, a red Ford Courier Ute was used to ramthe front entrance of the GAS station in Rotoma, she said.
Once entry had been gained three people from the vehicle entered the store area taking cash and cigarettes. The vehicle then left travelling in the direction of Kawerau.
Police are asking anyone who may have seen a red Ford Courier ute, registration APW847, before or after this incident to call 105.