Since Operation Tauwhiro
launched in February, 350 firearms have been seized, along
with $2.46 million in cash.
378 people have been
arrested in relation to firearms offences.
“Although
we are only in the early stages of this long-term operation,
these initial results are significant,” says Assistant
Commissioner: Investigations, Lauano Sue
Schwalger.
“A recent search warrant in Auckland
recovered 11 starter pistols in various states of conversion
to live firing firearms.
Following a search warrant in
Northland, ten firearms were located - seven semi-automatic
rifles, one bolt action rifle, and two
shotguns”.
“Any individuals or groups that are in
possession of unlawful firearms or are involved in violence