Quick-thinking members of the public have assisted Police in arresting a man who allegedly robbed and assaulted a woman this morning.
At around 11.30am, Police were called after a man was allegedly seen pulling a woman from a vehicle on Massey Avenue, Pukekohe.
Counties Manukau South Area Commander, Inspector Joe Hunter, says the woman was at a gaming venue on Edinburgh Street when she headed for her vehicle parked nearby.
¡°At this stage we believe the alleged offender followed the victim to her vehicle, before assaulting her and stealing her wallet.
¡°Members of the public saw what has happening and contacted Police immediately,¡± Inspector Hunter says.
¡°These witnesses have been able to provide details of the offender¡¯s vehicle, which was relayed to frontline staff on duty in Pukekohe.¡±
Units quickly located the vehicle in question and a man was arrested without issue.
Inspector Hunter says the victim was taken to hospital for an assessment and victim support was being provided.
¡°This was a cowardly act and I would like to acknowledge those members of the public for doing the right thing.
¡°We extend our thanks to the Pukekohe community for their vigilance.
¡°They were able to contact Police quickly and provide vital information, and on top of this they also provided immediate care and assistance to the victim.¡±
A 32-year-old man will appear in Pukekohe District Court tomorrow charged with robbery.
ENDS.
Holly McKay/51½ÖÉä