Police have warned that they will be on high alert across the Bay of Plenty following the passing on two Black Power members this week.
Eastern Bay of Plenty area commander Inspector Nicky Cooney says police will be visible across Whakatāne on Saturday in relation to two planned tangi in the area following the passing of two Black Power members earlier this week.
"Local staff will be supported by officers from across the Bay of Plenty district in anticipation of a large gang presence.
"We have been actively engaging with whānau of the deceased and key gang spokespeople to ensure our expectations around behaviour is clear.
"Police will exercise powers under the Search and Surveillance Act through gang conflict warrants as necessary to prevent any retaliatory behaviour or further harm.
"Locals can expect some delays as the groups pay their final respects.
"Everyone in the community has the right to be safe and feel safe and we ask you report any unlawful behaviour to police on 111 if it is happening and 105 after the fact."
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Masses
Posted on 15-12-2023 16:16 | By Yadick
Why should we expect delays? If we have a friends funeral we can't drive our cars on mass 2 or 3 wide blocking roads. Why should they get away with riding their illegal bikes 4, 5, 6 wide blocking roads and we the law abiders get told to expect delays so the gangs can do what they like. Thuggery and self entitlement.
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