Kaur said the man put a gun against the staff member’s chest and ordered him to get the keys.
Police said they were alerted to a robbery at a Featherston business at 7.10am.
They said a firearm was allegedly presented to the staff member and cash was demanded.
Kaur was not at the hotel when the robbery happened but travelled overnight to Featherston to support her staff.
She said nobody was physically injured, although the staff member was badly shaken.
The Empire Hotel Featherston. Photo / New Zealand Pubs Past & Present
Senior Sergeant Jen Blackwood said following the incident, “the alleged offender fled on foot”.
“Police established cordons but were unable to locate the alleged offender at the time. Inquiries continue.”
Police are asking for anyone who saw something, or may have CCTV footage of the area, to contact 105 and quote file 260913/0922.
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