Police oppose takeover of Manurewa bottle shop linked to drug dealing

The PostNZ Herald1NewsTuesday 20 October 2026 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated
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Police are opposing a businessman's attempt to take over a Manurewa liquor store. Two current owners and their son have been charged with selling Kamini, an Indian herbal medicine containing opium. Authorities are seeking to cancel the store's off-licence and want the business shut down.

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First reported by The Post, Tue 20 Oct, 3:00pm · 3 reports from 3 outlets over 4 hours
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