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Auckland City Police say they’re seeking the victim of an aggravated robbery on Monday afternoon to come forward.
Six people were arrested over the offending which occurred at Ellerslie Train Station on March 2.
Sergeant Tim Roberts, of Mt Wellington Police, says the victim left the area before officers could speak with her.
“Auckland Transport contacted police at around 2pm, after observing the offending take place.
“A group have allegedly stood over the victim in a threatening manner, taking her personal belongings before the victim has fled visibly upset.”
Roberts says the offenders left the scene onboard a train, with camera operators tracking their movements.
“Thanks to the expert eye of a police camera operator, they have been tracked on the rail network with police units being directed to Newmarket Train Station, and all six people were taken into custody.”
An 18-year-old woman has been charged with aggravated robbery and is due to appear in the Auckland District Court today, March 3.
Five other offenders, all youth, are being referred to Police Youth Aid over the offending.
The police focus is now on identifying the victim, says Roberts.
“This woman was wearing a grey hooded top with a NASA space agency logo on the front.
“We want to contact you to make sure you are okay and to ensure there is further support in place for you.
“If this is you, or you know who this woman is, please contact police.
“You can contact police on 105 using the reference number 260302/5584,” says Roberts.
