An article by RNZ journalist Gaurav Sharma takes readers behind the scenes of the Indian business community in the Auckland suburb of Papatoetoe and reveals the lengths many shop owners are going to in order to stay safe.
Along with fog cannons, bollards and security doors, some jewellery retailers have installed cages within their stores, protecting them and their products.
Gurdeep Singh, owner of Pooja Jewellers, talks to Jesse.
Link to Gaurav Sharma's article is here
Gurdeep Singh, owner Pooja Jewellers in Papatoetoe, was hit in the head with a hammer during an aggravated robbery in June 2024. Photo: RNZ / Blessen Tom
