Wednesday, 2 March 2022 - 5:55pm |
Wellington

UPDATE 16 - Police operation underway

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Police have now cleared Molesworth Street of all protester vehicles that had previously been blocking the street.

There have been 65 arrests today for a range of offences including trespass, wilful damage, and possession of restricted weapons.

Up to 50 vehicles have been towed and approximately another 30 departed.

Three Police staff are being treated in hospital for non-life-threatening injuries.

Police continue to encourage people to leave the area.

Members of the public are also urged to avoid the Parliament precinct area.

ENDS

Issued by Police Media Centre