Police are hunting for a man who entered a tavern with a sawn-off shotgun and stole money.
Just before midnight, the man entered the Harewood Tavern in Christchurch.
Detective Andrew Owens said: “There were two staff members at the Tavern at the time and while this was a traumatic event for them, thankfully no one was injured.”
The man made off with “a sum of money” and left on foot.
Eleven police cars responded to the tavern, including a dog unit, however the man has not been located.
He is described as Maori and of athletic build.
He was wearing dark clothing and his face was covered.
Police are keen to hear from anyone may knows the identity of the man involved.
Information can be reported to Christchurch Central Police Station on (03) 363 7400 or provided anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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