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RNZ News
30-05-2025
- General
- RNZ News
Gang gathering prompts increased police for Hawke's Bay
(File photo) Photo: A large gang gathering in Hawke's Bay will be met with an increased police presence during the long weekend, police say. Hawke's Bay Area Commander Lincoln Sycamore said officers would be very visible in central Hawke's Bay, where the gathering is scheduled to take place. "While the gathering will take place over the weekend at a marae that is away from main roads, Police do expect some travel around Central Hawke's Bay by the gang members, particularly on the morning of Sunday 1 June," Sycamore said. Sycamore said Police had made plans to minimise any disruption to residents and holidaymakers visiting the area for King's Birthday weekend. "We have spoken to those organising the gathering and encourage all attendees to respect our local communities and not engage in any unsafe driving behaviour or unlawful activity," he said. "If anyone does witness unsafe driving behaviour or unlawful activity, please report it immediately to 111." Under laws introduced last year it is illegal for anyone to wear gang insignia in public, such as gang patches on clothing or vehicles. Earlier this month, police said a number of arrests and vehicle impoundings followed gang insignia being displayed at a tangi in Hastings. Sign up for Ngā Pitopito Kōrero, a daily newsletter curated by our editors and delivered straight to your inbox every weekday.
Scoop
30-05-2025
- Scoop
Police To Have Visible Presence In Central Hawke's Bay Over Long Weekend
Press Release – New Zealand Police Hawkes Bay Police have planning in place to minimise disruption to Central Hawkes Bay residents, as well as holidaymakers visiting our region for Kings Birthday weekend. Inspector Lincoln Sycamore, Hawke's Bay Area Commander: Hawke's Bay Police will be maintaining a visible presence in Central Hawke's Bay over King's Birthday Weekend, with a large gathering of gang members taking place in the area. While the gathering will take place over the weekend at a marae that is away from main roads, Police do expect some travel around Central Hawke's Bay by the gang members, particularly on the morning of Sunday 1 June. Hawke's Bay Police have planning in place to minimise disruption to Central Hawke's Bay residents, as well as holidaymakers visiting our region for King's Birthday weekend. We have spoken to those organising the gathering and encourage all attendees to respect our local communities and not engage in any unsafe driving behaviour or unlawful activity. If anyone does witness unsafe driving behaviour or unlawful activity, please report it immediately to 111.
Scoop
30-05-2025
- Scoop
Police To Have Visible Presence In Central Hawke's Bay Over Long Weekend
Inspector Lincoln Sycamore, Hawke's Bay Area Commander: Hawke's Bay Police will be maintaining a visible presence in Central Hawke's Bay over King's Birthday Weekend, with a large gathering of gang members taking place in the area. While the gathering will take place over the weekend at a marae that is away from main roads, Police do expect some travel around Central Hawke's Bay by the gang members, particularly on the morning of Sunday 1 June. Hawke's Bay Police have planning in place to minimise disruption to Central Hawke's Bay residents, as well as holidaymakers visiting our region for King's Birthday weekend. We have spoken to those organising the gathering and encourage all attendees to respect our local communities and not engage in any unsafe driving behaviour or unlawful activity. If anyone does witness unsafe driving behaviour or unlawful activity, please report it immediately to 111.
Scoop
08-05-2025
- Scoop
Police Acknowledge IPCA Findings On Vehicle Seizures
Press Release – New Zealand Police Police have reviewed the policy and practice regarding obtaining a warrant to seize property for unpaid fines and have addressed the recommendation made by the IPCA. Relieving Wellington District Commander Inspector Lincoln Sycamore: Police acknowledge the findings by the Independent Police Conduct Authority (IPCA) regarding four complaints against Wellington Police officers obtaining a warrant and seizing vehicles for unpaid fines in 2022 and 2023. The incidents occurred following the start of 'Operation Cobalt', a nationwide effort by Police to target and disrupt illegal gang activity. As part of this operation, Police staff would apply for warrants to seize property belonging to gang members with unpaid fines. Police have reviewed the policy and practice regarding obtaining a warrant to seize property for unpaid fines and have addressed the recommendation made by the IPCA. In March 2024, we updated our search instructions for officers to ensure they are aware of and understand their obligations. Officers are required to have Ministry of Justice bailiffs present at the search location, unless there is urgency and or good reason for Police to execute the warrant as part of a major event operation or criminal investigation. We also agree with the second recommendation made by the IPCA and have already begun the process to engage with Ministry of Justice to update an internal form used by officers. This will ensure the form accurately reflects the scope of the search and seizure power under section 99 of the Summary Proceedings Act 1957.
Scoop
07-05-2025
- Scoop
Police Acknowledge IPCA Findings On Vehicle Seizures
Relieving Wellington District Commander Inspector Lincoln Sycamore: Police acknowledge the findings by the Independent Police Conduct Authority (IPCA) regarding four complaints against Wellington Police officers obtaining a warrant and seizing vehicles for unpaid fines in 2022 and 2023. The incidents occurred following the start of 'Operation Cobalt', a nationwide effort by Police to target and disrupt illegal gang activity. As part of this operation, Police staff would apply for warrants to seize property belonging to gang members with unpaid fines. Police have reviewed the policy and practice regarding obtaining a warrant to seize property for unpaid fines and have addressed the recommendation made by the IPCA. In March 2024, we updated our search instructions for officers to ensure they are aware of and understand their obligations. Officers are required to have Ministry of Justice bailiffs present at the search location, unless there is urgency and or good reason for Police to execute the warrant as part of a major event operation or criminal investigation. We also agree with the second recommendation made by the IPCA and have already begun the process to engage with Ministry of Justice to update an internal form used by officers. This will ensure the form accurately reflects the scope of the search and seizure power under section 99 of the Summary Proceedings Act 1957.
