Waihi police are praising the people who dobbed in a man in possession of guns, drugs and ammo.
An early morning raid today by the police and members of the Waikato Armed Offenders Squad netted a "potentially volatile mix of illicit drugs and illegally obtained firearms," Senior Sergeant Aaron Fraser said.
Mr Fraser said due to the large fences around the property it was a challenge for officers to obtain clear observation over the house and its occupants but eventually made contact via voice and telephone appeals.
"One man came out the front of the house carrying a large army-style ammunition tin, when confronted by our staff he has run back inside and tried to flee out the back of the property.
"Unfortunately for him he has then encountered our rear security team and when ordered to stop has dropped the ammo tin on the ground and surrendered."