Extra police have been brought in to Gisborne for the tangi of a patched gang member today
Extra police have been brought in to Gisborne for the tangi of a patched gang member today
11 May 2025
The Police Eagle helicopter will be above the town, with a large number of gang members and associates expected.
Tairawhiti Area Commander Danny Kirk says they've spoken with local gang leaders to outline expectations - including the wearing of insignia in public.
He says they will not tolerate behaviour that aims to threaten or intimidate.
A Gang Conflict Warrant was issued for the Eastern District last month - giving police special search powers - after tensions between the Mongrel Mob and Black Power.
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