Around 6 p.m., a motorist reported that a person in a yellow vehicle pointed a gun at them while driving north near Hampton Downs.
Within minutes, police located the suspect’s car as it exited at Drury, thanks to support from the Eagle helicopter.
Inspector Matt Hoyes, Counties Manukau South Area Prevention Manager, detailed how ground units carried out an armed vehicle stop on Chichester Drive in Papakura.
A loaded shotgun and additional cartridges were discovered during a search, leading to the swift arrest of three people without any resistance.
Inspector Hoyes praised the quick-thinking public report, which enabled officers to promptly locate and neutralize the threat.
“We work hard to hold offenders to account, especially those with the potential to cause serious harm in our communities,” he stated.
A 22-year-old man is set to appear in Papakura District Court today, facing charges of presenting a firearm, unlawful possession of a firearm, and unlawful possession of ammunition.
Police urge anyone witnessing a crime in action to call 111 immediately with details. Anonymous tips can also be reported via Crime Stoppers at 0800 555 111.
