"Police on routine patrol recover shotgun in
Hamilton"
Police officers on a routine patrol arrested
two gang members for unlawful possession of a shotgun
overnight.
About 1am local officers noticed a breach of
the local liquor ban in Hamilton's CBD.
A vehicle was
searched as a result and a firearm and Mongrel Mob patch
were recovered.
Two men, aged 26 and 30, have been charged
with unlawfully possessing a firearm and are due to appear
in Hamilton District Court on 26 September.
A Hamilton
Police spokesperson says Police are always working to curb
gang activity and keep the local community safe, and are
committed to getting illegal firearms off the streets.
If
you have concerns about criminal behaviour in your
neighbourhood, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555
111 or contact your local Police
station.
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