Police caught two men at the same time — one in Feilding, one in Manurewa — during coordinated searches of houses in Manawatū and Auckland, for drugs and firearms.

Detective Sergeant Nick Lawton says investigations discovered alleged drug and firearm dealing had occurred between the two locations, so search warrants were carried out on Friday 8 August.

Police seized cannabis, methamphetamine, $5,000 cash, a 3D .22 pistol and ammunition.

“We arrested a 45-year-old man in Feilding who has been charged with possession and supply of meth, and in Manurewa we arrested a 47-year-old man who has been charged with unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition.

Further charges are likely as the investigation continues into electronic devices.

“In addition, we also located a woman who we’ve been wanting to connect with about a number of shoplifting incidents.”

Detective Sergeant Lawton says Police are pleased with the outcome from these collaborative efforts.

“This was an excellent result from multiple officers.

“We were assisted by the Armed Offenders Squad, Offender Prevention Team and Criminal Investigation Branch.”

If you have any concerns about suspicious activity in your neighbourhood, contact Police on 105, or 111 if there is an immediate danger.

Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously though Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.

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