Two people have been arrested and a firearm recovered following a shooting in Papakura on Saturday morning.
Police were conducting patrols in the Clevedon Road area at the time heard what they believed to be gun shots, and a short time later came across a man with a gunshot injury.
The man was transported to hospital in a moderate condition and has since been discharged.
Detective Senior Sergeant Simon Taylor, Counties Manukau CIB, says a 23-year-old man and 47-year-old woman have been charged jointly with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm and unlawful possession of a restricted weapon.
“The male has been remanded in custody and will reappear in Papakura District Court on 26 March and the female will reappear on 16 March.
“Enquiries are ongoing and we ask that anyone with information which may assist our investigation contact us via 105, quoting file number 260228/8498.”
Detective Senior Sergeant Taylor says initial indications are that the victim and the offenders are known to each other and there is no risk to the wider community.
Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
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