Youth arrested for Horotiu robbery

Attribute to Detective Sergeant Scott Neilson:
 
Hamilton Police yesterday arrested a 15-year-old male from Ngaruawahia in relation to the aggravated robbery of the BP service station at Horotiu on Tuesday morning.
 
Police are continuing to investigate this matter and are hopeful further offenders will be held accountable for their actions.   
 
Police would like to thank the public for their assistance.  The community should be assured that the police treat this type of offending seriously and would not be able to advance our investigation of these crimes without the support and assistance of the community. 
 
Anyone with information can contact Hamilton Police on 07 858 6200.  Information can also be provided anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
 
ENDS
 
Issued by Police Media Centre.