Staying safe: robbery

Reduce the risk

• Use ATMs inside banks or busy, well-lit places — preferably during the day.
• Put cash and phones away before leaving a shop or machine.
• Vary routines if you regularly carry cash for work; tell someone your plans.
• Keep vehicle doors locked and windows up in slow traffic or when stopped.

If you are confronted

• Hand over what is demanded. Do not resist for property.
• Avoid sudden movements that could escalate the situation.
• Note clothing, height, accents, direction of travel, and vehicle details if it is safe to do so.
• Go somewhere public and call 111. Seek medical help if you are hurt.

Helping your community

• Report robberies and near-misses — even unsuccessful ones help Police see patterns.
• Register street or business CCTV with Community Cam so Police can find cameras quickly.
• Community Patrols and Neighbourhood Support strengthen local eyes and ears.
• Crimestoppers (0800 555 111) takes anonymous tips.

New Zealand resources

• NZ Police — keep safe when out and about
• NZ Police — protect your property
• Community CamRegister CCTV to support investigations
• Community Patrols of New Zealand
• Neighbourhood Support New Zealand
• Victim Support0800 842 846
• Crimestoppers0800 555 111 — anonymous

Community organisations

Local groups that work with Police to build safer, more connected neighbourhoods.

• Neighbourhood Support — tips and adviceHome, vehicle, rural, fraud, and community safety guides
• NZ Police — keeping safeHome, out and about, and property advice