Home / Hawkes Bay TodayWanted 175kg man apprehendedHawkes Bay Today25 Aug, 2018 01:57 AMQuick ReadSubscribe to listenAccess to Herald Premium articles require a Premium subscription. Subscribe now to listen.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Sign in hereListening to articles is free for open-access content—explore other articles or learn more about text-to-speech.SaveShareShare this articleCopy LinkEmailFacebookTwitter/XLinkedInRedditBrik Poi Poi has been arrested by police. Photo Supplied Brik Poi Poi has been arrested by police. Photo Supplied Police have apprehended Brik Poi Poi after days of intense searching across Napier.The manhunt earlier coincided with the presence of armed police in Napier and a helicopter flying over the city.Police said the 40-year-old was arrested at about 10.30pm last night at a Marewa address. The known gang member, reported to be 175kg, is believed to have links to Hawke's Bay and Waikato. Poi Poi was considered dangerous and police asked members of the public do not approach or confront him for their own safety.AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.Hawke's Bay Area Commander Dave Greig said the heavy police presence had been concerning for the public but officers were grateful for the patience and support.It's understood Poi Poi would face a number of charges.SaveShareShare this articleCopy LinkEmailFacebookTwitter/XLinkedInRedditLatest from Hawkes Bay TodayHawkes Bay TodayFrom newcomer to guaranteed councillor, in just five daysHawkes Bay Today'Irreplaceable': Central Hawke's Bay celebrates exceptional individualsHawkes Bay TodayClive resident calls for dredging as first form of river maintenanceSponsoredRevealed: The night driving ‘red flag’AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.
