Source: Radio New Zealand
Reports of illegal activity will be followed up by police RNZ / Marika Khabazi
A visible police presence can be expected across Rotorua on Friday and Saturday as a gang tangi travels to Ōpotiki.
A large number of gang members and associates are expected to be in town for the tangi, from many parts of the country, police warn.
Additional police resources will be available to provide support and provide a respectful and safe space for whānau and friends to grieve peacefully, Eastern Bay of Plenty Area Commender Nicky Cooney said in a statement.
Police have conveyed their “lawful expectations” to local gang leaders – including around the waring or displaying of gang insignia in public.
Cooney said the police focus is on the safety of everyone, adding that behaviour which aims to threaten or intimidate will not be tolerated, and officers will be working to reduce disruption to the public.
Reports of illegal activity will be followed up by police
Anyone who witnesses illegal behaviour is urged to call 111, or provide information anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
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