"Tauranga Police investigate aggravated robbery"

Police are investigating an aggravated robbery at Cheers Tavern in Bayfair, Tauranga overnight.

Shortly after closing, at about 1:00AM this morning, two males forced their way into Cheers Tavern situated on Owens Place, Bayfair. One of these males was armed with a firearm, and they made off with a sum of cash from the bar.

"It appears that the two males have run from the tavern, crossing State Highway 29A and heading in the direction of Truman Lane, beside Baypark Stadium," said Detective Sergeant Craig Rawlinson of Tauranga CIB.

"The use of a firearm to threaten a lone staff member is extremely concerning and it was fortunate that nobody was badly hurt.

Somebody in the community will know who was involved and they hold the key to solving the incident."

Tauranga Police is appealing for members of the public who have seen any suspicious activity or people in the area to contact Tauranga Police on 07 577 4300.

Information can also be provided anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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