Counties/Manukau Police investigating the aggravated robbery of a BNZ branch in Manukau yesterday at about 10.30am where the offender used a hoax bomb threat to ensure the area was cleared, want to hear from anyone who can help assist identify the offender [see pic on CountiesManukau Police Facebook page]. The man who left the package fled the scene on foot. He was wearing a black wig, black jacket and light pants with white shoes and was described as a light skinned Maori or Polynesian.
Even though the bomb threat was a hoax it doesn't make the incident any less traumatic for those in the area who thought their lives were at risk.
Anyone with information should contact Detective Seema Kotecha on 09 2139163 and Detective Sergeant Dave Honiss 09 2139154.
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