“Our Criminal Investigation Branch has worked hard to prioritise these investigations, identify and hold those committing these crimes to account,” she said.
“What we have seen is a small group of mostly young offenders that have committed a high level of harm.
“We want to reassure the community that police are continuing to conduct reassurance patrols at transport hubs, as well as ongoing prevention work with partner agencies and schools.”
A 21-year-old man was appearing in the Waitākere District Court today, charged with an aggravated robbery on Totara Ave on May 5.
