Man arrested for robbery and kidnap

As a result of extensive enquiries over the last few days, Police in Tokoroa have arrested and charged a man for the robbery and kidnap of dairy owners in the town at the weekend.

The owners of Amber Dairy on Bridge Street were robbed at gunpoint on Saturday night (13 October) as they locked up the shop.

Yesterday police arrested a 24-year-old local man. He has since been charged with aggravated robbery and kidnapping and will appear at Tokoroa District Court this morning.

As the case is before the court there will be no further comment.

Media enquiries should be referred to Communications Manager Kim Perks on 027 234 8256.