A senior east Auckland police officer is warning the public about a gang event being held in the city this weekend.
Counties Manukau East Area Prevention Manager, Inspector Rakana Cook, says police are aware of plans by the Tribesman Outlaw Motorcycle Club.
Police have a number of teams working hard to target and disrupt unlawful gang-related activity, he says.
“We’ll be monitoring the event in Auckland this weekend and there will be an increased police presence in the Counties Manukau area.
“Police will be actively ensuring this event is carried out in a safe manner for all involved, including the wider community.”
Cook says enforcement action will be taken where appropriate for any unsafe or dangerous behaviour.
“We continue to encourage the community to report any suspicious or illegal activity that may be taking place, we take these reports seriously and in confidence.”
If you’re concerned about your safety in regard to the group, or witness illegal behaviour happening now, please call 111 immediately.
To report, or send in any footage of the group causing concern, we encourage you to file a report online at www.105.police.govt.nz, call police on 105, or report anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or www.crimestoppers-nz.org
