Police seize firearms and impound vehicles following gang-related incidents

Thursday 17 July 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Thu 17 Jul 2025, 5:53pm

Police have seized multiple firearms and impounded several vehicles in Northland following reports of gang-related activity. The operation intensified after reports of a gun being shot from a vehicle during a tangi near Awanui. One man has been arrested in Kaitaia for possession of guns and cannabis.

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1. StuffThu 17 Jul 2025, 4:29pm

   Police seize firearms, impound vehicles after gang-related incidents in Far North (opens in new tab)

2. RNZThu 17 Jul 2025, 5:53pm

   Gang tangi leads police to one arrest for guns, cannabis in Kaitaia (opens in new tab)