Source: New Zealand Police
An Auckland man’s elaborate getaway plan changing his appearance was just a case of the emperor’s new clothes.
The offender’s efforts resulted in further offences being committed, all playing out on camera, and ending in a trip to court today.
Police had been responding to a burglary at a Birkenhead venue just after 4pm on Tuesday.
“The venue was closed to the public at the time, but a man allegedly entered, taking money from a till and a knife,” acting Detective Inspector Megan Goldie says.
“A staff member was allegedly threatened with the knife as the offender exited.”
The man continued walking on Recreation Drive, allegedly entering another business nearby.
“He soon emerged wearing an orthopaedic boot and removing items of clothing to change his appearance.
“But Police were watching, and units soon caught up with him at a nearby bus stop,” acting Detective Inspector Goldie says.
The 30-year-old man was arrested and faces two burglary charges and a charge of aggravated assault.
He will appear in the North Shore District Court today. Police will oppose the man’s bail at this appearance.
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Jarred Williamson/NZ Police
