Police are disappointed in the actions of a minority of league fans during the final weekend of the Pacific Rugby League Championship.

To ensure celebrations were safe and lawful, additonal Police staff were deployed to Ōtāhuhu, Māngere, Ōtara and Clendon as fans took to the streets.

Counties Manukau District Commander, Superintendent Shanan Gray, says fans turned out in their hundreds causing congestions on roads and surrounding areas.

“Police would like to thank the majority who celebrated peacefully and lawfully,” he says.

“However, it’s disappointing to see that there were a number of individuals choosing to behave poorly, putting themselves and other members of the public at risk.”

Over the course of the weekend, Police saw a range of unlawful behaviours including people riding on top of vehicles, children dancing in live traffic lanes, and vehicles doing burnouts.

As a result, 31 arrests were made and Police issued 225 infringement notices for breaches of liquor bans, as well as driving and other road related offences.

Police also impounded six vehicles, and 15 people were summonsed to court for driving with excess breath alcohol.

“We recognise the right for people to gather and celebrate in our communities” Superintendent Gray says.

“However, this should not be at the expense of other people’s safety or enjoyment.”

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