Detective Senior Sergeant Steve Salton, Auckland City CIB:

Police are investigating the circumstances of a firearms incident in Glen
Innes overnight.

At around 2.55am, offenders have approached an address on Heatherbank Street
where a number of shotgun rounds have been discharged.

Six people have sustained injuries as a result, with five of those taken to
Auckland City Hospital.

Two people are in a serious condition, with the remainder in a moderate
condition.

Our enquiries are underway into exactly what has led to this incident
occurring at the address.

This will include speaking with those people at the address as well as wider
area enquiries.

Glen Innes residents will notice a heighted Police presence over the coming
days in response to this incident and a scene guard is currently in place at
the Heatherbank Street address.

A scene examination will also be taking place.

Police would like to hear from anyone who may have information to assist the
investigation. They can contact Police on 105 quoting the file number
220324/7219.

People can also provide information anonymously through Crime Stoppers on
0800 555 111.

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