A patched gang member has been rolled after allegedly stealing tobacco pouches from Clover Park stores on multiple occasions.
Police have been investigating concerns raised by retailers on the Dawson Road shopping strip, in relation to thefts from their stores.
Counties Manukau East Area Prevention Manager, Inspector Rakana Cook, says Police received two reports of thefts from the same shop between 9-12 May.
"Police have been making a number of enquiries after a man entered the premises and stole a pack of tobacco before threatening the store worker.
"Officers were able to quickly identify and locate the alleged offender, who is a patched member of the Killer Beez.
"As a result, Police also located a stolen bike at the address.
"We have zero tolerance for anyone who targets our business community, these people work hard to provide a service for their local community and we will continue to crack down on this type of crime."
A 30-year-old man will appear in Manukau District Court on 19 May charged with three counts of shoplifting and one charge of threatening to kill.
