Police are investigating the burglary of a Christchurch Woolworths in the early hours of Sunday morning.
A police spokesperson said they were called to New Brighton Woolworths on Hawke St about 5am after receiving a report of a burglary.
The supermarket was forced to open late on Sunday morning following the burglary, Chris Lynch Media reported.
The spokesperson said inquiries into the incident were continuing.
There was a police presence at the store until at least noon yesterday.
A Woolworth spokesperson referred questions to police but confirmed the store was open after the incident.
"Our New Brighton store was closed earlier (on Sunday) morning due to a break-in overnight."
