Attribute to Inspector Jared Pirret, Counties Manukau West Acting Area Commander:
Police have arrested two people following an investigation into the shooting of a man in Mangere Bridge on 17 February, 2019.
Inspector Jarred Pirett says Police have been committed to finding the alleged offenders responsible and holding them to account.
“This was a senseless act of violence that caused significant harm to the victim and his family and caused alarm in the community.
“I want to thank the members of the public who came forward with information which helped us identify those allegedly responsible.
“Our priority is to ensure that our community feels safe and we are committed to making Counties Manukau a safer place by working with our partners and the wider community.”
A 28-year-old male has been charged with Wounding with a Firearm and will be appearing in the Manukau District Court this afternoon.
A 25-year-old male will be appearing in court at a later date to face charges relating to possession of ammunition and being an accessory after the fact.
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