Vehicles Seized After Gang Funeral, Enquiries Ongoing

Police are disappointed with the behaviour of those attending a gang-related funeral in Kaikohe last week.

Northland Police have impounded several vehicles following the funeral procession on Guy Road on Friday, as an investigation continues.

Acting Far North Area Commander, Acting Inspector Clem Armstrong, says several vehicles were caught on video doing burnouts.

"Police are continuing to review and investigate evidence gathered during the funeral to determine whether any other offences have been committed, including any other vehicles performing a sustained loss of traction.

"The public rightly expects that people are held accountable for any illegal activity and we will continue to take a firm approach to ensure community safety and uphold the law."

Acting Inspector Armstrong says Police are committed to addressing unlawful and dangerous driving behaviour that threatens public safety and community wellbeing.

"Enquiries remain ongoing to identify and locate several other drivers who were witnessed driving erratically.

"These people had a total disregard for other members of the public and road users and we will not stand for it.

"Our focus remains firmly on preventing harm and holding those who make the decision to engage in unlawful behaviour accountable."

Several drivers have had their vehicles seized and impounded for 28 days.

Anyone who has witnessed any illegal or antisocial behaviour is asked to make a report to Police via 105, either over the phone or online at www.police.govt.nz/use-105

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