Police prepare for large gang funeral for King Cobra leader

Tuesday 2 September 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Tue 2 Sep 2025, 6:20pm

Auckland motorists are advised to expect heavy traffic due to a large funeral for King Cobra leader Ulaiasi 'Rocky' Pulete. The 56-year-old gang figure died last week after a long battle with ill health. Hundreds of gang members and associates are expected to attend the service across Tāmaki Makaurau.

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1. StuffTue 2 Sep 2025, 4:29pm

   Police prepare for large gang funeral for King Cobra leader Rocky Pulete (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldTue 2 Sep 2025, 6:20pm

   Ulaiasi ‘Rocky’ Pulete dies after long battle with ill health, funeral expected to draw hundreds of gang members across Auckland (opens in new tab)