Police executed a search warrant in Waipukurau this morning as part of an investigation involving allegations of migrant exploitation. Photo File
Police executed a search warrant in Waipukurau this morning as part of an investigation involving allegations of migrant exploitation. Photo File
Police searched a Waipukurau property on Wednesday morning as part of an investigation involving allegations of migrant exploitation.
Through police, Immigration New Zealand released a statement on Wednesday saying it would will not be identifying the victims/complainants, evidence obtained or commenting on the nature of the exploitation allegations.
"This isto protect the integrity of the investigation," a spokesperson said.
"Combating the exploitation of temporary migrant workers is a priority for INZ and allegations of such offending are taken very seriously.
"INZ encourages anyone who thinks they or someone else is being exploited in the workplace to contact the INZ service centre where their concerns will be handled in a safe manner."
