Media statement from Bay of Plenty District Commander Andy McGregor
NZ Police confirm that four charges of using a firearm against a law enforcement officer will be laid today following this morning’s arrest in the Bay of Plenty shooting incident.
We have taken the decision to lay this charge after due consideration, and it is the most appropriate charge for this incident.
A 27 year old Bay of Plenty man is now due to appear in Whakatane District Court at 2.15 pm today.
We cannot rule out the possibility that further charges will be laid in due course.
We acknowledge the huge outpouring of support from staff, emergency service colleagues and the community for our injured staff, which are lifting their spirits.
ENDS