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Meth, guns and cash seized after search warrants in Tokoroa and Putāruru

Rotorua Daily Post
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Police have arrested a gang member and seized methamphetamine, firearms and cash after search warrants in Tokoroa and Putāruru this week.

The gang member, a 45-year-old Tokoroa man, is facing charges including possession of methamphetamine for supply and unlawful possession of a firearm, police said in a statement today.

He is due to appear in Rotorua District Court on Saturday.

Inquiries into drug-related offending are ongoing in the Tokoroa and Putāruru areas.

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“Police asked that anyone with information about criminal behaviour in their communities contact us so that we can investigate,” the statement said.

“Reports can be made via 105, or information can be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.”

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