A superette in Maungatapu was targeted in an alleged armed robbery last night.
Senior Sergeant Graeme Hill said Bay of Plenty Police were investigating an aggravated robbery at Lucky 7 Superette on Maungatapu Rd last night.
Emergency services were called about 6:45pm.
A firearm was allegedly used, described as a black pistol by a witness. No one was injured.
Two offenders fled the scene towards a nearby service station but were not found.