Armed police remain in Opotiki amid growing gang tension and fears of a brawl in the Eastern Bay of Plenty town.
Area Commander Inspector Kevin Taylor said police were alerted yesterday to the increased hostility between two local gangs, so sent Armed Offenders Squad teams from out of town, and
Gang tensions rise in Opotiki after Tribesman member killed in road crash
Armed police are in Opotiki where gang tensions are rising. File photo
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