Man arrested, firearms seized after gang-related gunshots in Māngere reported

Police attend a Mangere East incident after reports of gunshots. Photo / Hayden Woodward

Police have arrested a man and seized two firearms after gunshots were reported in Māngere East this morning.

Police said they were called to Yates Rd shortly after 10.30am.

A witness said a man, believed to be a King Cobra gang member, was run off his motorbike, and sounds of gunfire were heard.

A man was arrested and two firearms seized following an incident in Mangere East. Photo / Hayden Woodward

The street was cordoned off at both ends by armed police, and an ambulance was called.

However, police said no one was injured.

They said they have spoken with a number of gang members who left the scene in a vehicle.

"The public can expect to see an increased police presence in Māngere East this afternoon," the spokesman said.

Inquiries into the matter are ongoing.