Saturday, 6 August 2016 - 10:09pm |
Wellington

Police investigate aggravated robbery in Wellington

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Wellington Police are investigating the aggravated robbery of a business on Astrolabe Street, Cannons Creek, at approximately 7.30pm today.

It appears three men have entered the address and, during an altercation, a worker has been stabbed in the neck before the men have left the scene.

The man is currently receiving medical treatment and his injuries are not deemed to be life-threatening.

Police have begun an investigation into the incident and are asking the public for help.

Police are wanting to speak with anyone who saw anything suspicious, or three males running from Astrolabe Street, potentially towards Driver Crescent around this time.

Anyone who has seen anything can contact the Wellington District Crime Squad via the Wellington Central Police Station on 04 381 2000.

Alternatively, information can provided anonymously via the organisation Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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