Police arrested the alleged offender on Stanley Street in Christchurch. Photo: RNZ / Cole Eastham-Farrelly
A 23-year-old has been arrested in Christchurch in relation to three dishonesty crimes at retail businesses this morning.
The first incident took place at a service station on Madras Street around 6.45am.
It was alleged the man entered the premises and threatened staff with violence before stealing vape products, ice cream and drinks.
Later, the man was alleged to have gone to a supermarket on Moorhouse Avenue, entered a staff only area and armed with a weapon, stole cigarettes.
The third incident took place on Colombo Street just after 11am where the man allegedly went to a dairy and stole tobacco products.
The man was arrested by police on Stanley Street a short time later.
The 23-year-old has been charged with robbery, aggravated burglary and burglary and is scheduled to appear in Christchurch District Court tomorrow.
