Police to monitor funeral procession with large presence of gang members expected

 Police will be “actively monitoring” a funeral procession that is expected to have a large presence of patched gang members on Friday.

A large number of riders are expected to be travelling across Auckland throughout the day, Inspector Jacqui Whittaker said.

“We are aware of previous incidents involving gang processions where dangerous driving behaviour has been exhibited by some of the riders, which has at times put those involved and the wider community at risk.”

Whittaker said officers will be monitoring the event to ensure the safety of all road users, and will take appropriate action if any unsafe ad dangerous behaviour occurs.

The public is urged to report concerning behaviour to Police through 105.

In November 2020, a large gang funeral procession occurred in Auckland, resulting in 200 infringement notices.

The procession involved 100 motorcycles and 150 vehicles.

In February 2021, the Auckland Hells Angels charity ride resulted in one arrest and 68 fines.

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