Guns, stolen vehicle and dirtbike seized in Te Kauwhata

Police arrested two people, impounded a dirtbike and located firearms during a search warrant yesterday at an address in Te Kauwhata, after the alleged driver fled from Police on Monday.

At around 7:40pm Monday 17 November, Police witnessed a man riding a dirtbike with no helmet on Main Road. Officers signalled the driver to stop, however they failed to do so – due to the nature of driving Police did not pursue, and instead noted down the details of the bike for follow up.

“Yesterday, Police made enquiries at a Te Kauwhata address where they located and impounded the dirtbike”, said Senior Sergeant Mary van Dongen.

“While at the address, Police sighted a farm vehicle, that had been reported stolen from a nearby address at an earlier date, and utensils for drug use which has subsequently authorised a warrantless search and seizure.

“Police have then located an assortment of firearms and ammunition. As a result, two people were taken into custody.

“A 26-year-old man is due in Huntly District Court on 25 November, charged with receiving stolen property, driving while disqualified, failing to stop for police when signalled, unlawfully possessing ammunition, and unlawfully possessing firearms.

“A 24-year-old man appeared in Huntly District Court today, charged with breaching bail.

“Police would like to remind dirtbike riders to do so lawfully and safely – adhere to the road rules, make sure you are always wearing protective wear and the dirtbike needs to be roadworthy with a current warrant and registration.

“If you witness any anti-social road user behaviour, we urge you to report it immediately by calling 111 or to make a report via 105 if it is after the fact.”