One person in custody after BB gun shooting in Wellington

Sunday 25 October 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Sun 25 Oct, 7:44pm

A person was taken into custody without incident after a BB gun shooting in Brooklyn on Sunday evening. The injured victim was transported to Wellington Hospital in serious condition. Police cordoned off the area near Tanera Crescent while armed officers responded to the scene.

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1. NZ HeraldSun 25 Oct, 7:32pm

   Person injured, one in custody after reported BB gun incident in Wellington (opens in new tab)

2. RNZSun 25 Oct, 7:44pm

   Person shot with BB gun in Wellington (opens in new tab)