Police are investigating the aggravated robbery of a liquor store in Maraekakaho Road, Hastings, this evening.
The robbery took place just after 7pm and initial reports are that three people were involved.
A person working at the store sustained serious injuries during the robbery and has been taken to Hastings Hospital, where they are reported to be in a stable condition.
There is no further information available at this stage.
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Issued by Police Media Centre.