Photo: RNZ / REECE BAKER
A 14-year-old boy has been arrested following an aggravated robbery of a Christchurch dairy.
Three people robbed the store on Opawa Road about 6.40am, during which the owner was stabbed and seriously injured.
The three fled in a car, taking the till and other items, according to police.
Christchurch District Commander Superintendent Tony Hill said that shortly before 4pm a 14-year-old boy was arrested at a Woolston address.
He faces serious charges and is due to appear in the Christchurch Youth Court on Wednesday.
"This morning's attack on an innocent person is shocking, but I hope this arrest brings some comfort to our community," Hill said.
"We know other people were involved in this incident and we need to hear from people in the community if they have information that could help us locate the offenders."
Police are asking the public for information about a silver Toyota MarkX, with the registration number NRP221 which they say was used in the robbery.
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