Police say they are monitoring a group of gangsters gathering for “pre-funeral proceedings” in South Auckland after a similar ride (above) last month. Photo / File, Jason Oxenham
Police say they are monitoring a group of gangsters gathering for “pre-funeral proceedings” in South Auckland after a similar ride (above) last month. Photo / File, Jason Oxenham
Police say they are monitoring a group of gangsters gathering for “pre-funeral proceedings” in South Auckland this afternoon and will “respond to any issues that may arise”.
The Herald understands the ride is part of tributes to a man linked to the Killer Beez who died in Spring Hill Prisonon Monday. The death was not considered suspicious.
Members of the Killer Beez, along with other gangs, were expected to be involved in today’s ride.
Counties Manukau East area prevention manager Inspector Rakana Cook urged anyone who felt unsafe to call 111 or report illegal behaviour on 105 or online.
Walker said nothing from investigations so far suggested the death was suspicious.
“Our thoughts are with the man’s family and friends. Other men in the unit and staff are being provided with support, including access to chaplains and cultural support where requested,” Walker said.
“All deaths in custody are referred to the Coroner for investigation and determination of cause of death. Police have been advised and are responsible for notifying the man’s next of kin,” he said.
The independent Corrections Inspectorate will also investigate.
The Herald has approached the Coroner for comment.
A Mongrel Mob funeral procession on June 14 caused massive disruption in Ōpōtiki and Whakatāne. Photo / Andrew Warner
Ōpōtiki and Whakatāne, in the Bay of Plenty, were effectively shut down on June 14 as a Mongrel Mob funeral procession caused massive disruption.
Bay of Plenty District Commander Tim Anderson told NZME police were not “outmanned” as the large procession of gang members flooded State Highway 2, prompting its hours-long closure.
The funeral procession for murdered Mongrel Mob leader Steven Taiatini last month. Photo / Andrew Warner
Hundreds of motorbikes, cars, utes and vans descended on the area for Barbarians president Steven Taiatini’s tangi at Hillcrest Crematorium.
Many barked and others yelled “Sieg heil” as they shot past.
