Tag: unlawful_possession

Man Arrested, Loaded Shotgun Seized from Stolen Vehicle in Auckland

4 Aug 2026 11:30 a.m. · Source: New Zealand Police

Police arrested a 28-year-old man and seized a loaded sawn-off shotgun from a stolen vehicle in Glen Eden. The Eagle helicopter tracked the car, leading to two arrests and charges for firearm offenses.

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Firearm and Ammunition Seized After Traffic Stop in Manurewa

29 Apr 2025 3:01 p.m. · Source: New Zealand Police

A van with false plates was stopped in Manurewa, leading to the discovery of a firearm and ammunition. The driver faces charges including unlawful possession.

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