Whangārei Police have arrested a male in regards to a serious incident in Maungatapere last month.
Detective Inspector Al Symonds, Whangārei CIB, says Police have been investigating following a report of alleged tailgating and a subsequent robbery on Mangakahia Road on 14 September.
“It was alleged the male tail-gated a vehicle in front of him, before forcing the victim’s vehicle off the road, and forcefully taking an amount of cash.”
Detective Inspector Symonds says Police allege the male has then forced the victim to drive to an ATM to withdraw more money.
“Police investigating this incident have since located and arrested a 20-year-old male in relation to this offending this week.
“He has appeared in the Whangārei District Court and has been remanded in custody.”
The male is due to reappear in the Auckland District Court on 8 November 2023.
