2 May 2025

Police make arrests after gang tangi in Hastings

5:52 pm on 2 May 2025
RNZ/Reece Baker

Investigations into further offending at the tangi is ongoing. Photo: RNZ / REECE BAKER

Police have made a number of arrests after gang insignia breaches at a tangi in Hastings, Hawke's Bay.

They said three vehicles were also impounded after traffic offending.

Three people will be appearing in court on driving related matters.

Investigations into further offending at the tangi is ongoing.

Hawke's Bay Area Prevention manager inspector Caroline Martin said police would not tolerate unlawful activity, and would be working to hold people to account.

"Police encourage the public to report any instances of unlawful activity to police so we can take appropriate action."