Three people have been arrested following a shooting in Te Kauwhata last weekend. A man was treated for a gunshot wound at Waikato Hospital on Saturday, February 21, prompting a police investigation.
Te Kauwhata Shooting: Three Arrested
Police responded after the man received treatment for a gunshot wound shortly before 7 a.m. on Saturday. The shooting occurred in the township of Te Kauwhata, located north of Huntly.
Officers visited a property as part of their inquiries and recovered a gun and ammunition, which were subsequently seized.
Two women, aged 27 and 59, have been charged with two counts of unlawfully possessing a firearm, and wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm. They are scheduled to appear in the Huntly District Court.
A 56-year-old man has been charged with unlawfully possessing a firearm and wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm. He is due to appear in the Hamilton District Court on March 20.
Detective Sergeant Rahul Badri stated the arrests were a positive outcome for both the victim and the community. “Not only am I pleased to be able to hold these offenders to account – I am also happy to have removed a firearm from circulation in the community,” Badri said.
Badri also commended the police staff for their swift actions in making the arrests.
Police are continuing to support those affected by the incident and have reassured the community that there is no ongoing risk.
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