Police hunt man after hammer robbery at Whanganui jewellery store

Saturday 5 July 2025 · 4 outlets · 3 reports · updated Sat 5 Jul 2025, 6:16pm

A man allegedly used a hammer to smash display cabinets and steal items from a jewellery store on Victoria Avenue in Whanganui. The incident occurred around 1pm on Saturday. The suspect fled the scene in a vehicle, and police are now seeking information from the public.

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1. NZ HeraldSat 5 Jul 2025, 5:11pm

   Whanganui jewellery store robbery: Police hunt thief, staff distressed after hammer heist (opens in new tab)

2. The Post via StuffSat 5 Jul 2025, 5:25pm

   Man robs Whanganui jewellery store with hammer (opens in new tab)

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3. 1NewsSat 5 Jul 2025, 6:16pm

   Whanganui jewellery store robbed by man with hammer (opens in new tab)