Wednesday, 5 September 2018 - 6:50pm |
Waikato

Search warrant executed in Ngaruawahia

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Police executed a search warrant at a Great South Road address in Ngaruawahia today following a serious assault outside a premises last month.

A 32-year-old man was seriously injured during the assault on 8 August at around 12.40pm.

Detective Sergeant Rene Rakete, Huntly Criminal Investigation Branch says the assault was believed to be gang related.

“The community should not tolerate gang violence, nor should our youth be exposed to violence and drug use which go hand in hand with those associated with gangs.”

“Our priority is keeping the community, especially our youth, safe from violence, and reducing the impact of drugs and gangs,” he says.

Police would like to hear from anyone who witnessed the assault or who was in the area at the time and has information that could help.

They are urged to contact Huntly Police on 07 828 7560

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Issued by Police Media Centre