Police have taken further enforcement action after unsupported protest action
took place on Auckland’s Harbour Bridge last weekend.
A total of 13 arrests have now been made, with 21 charges laid along with 26
infringement notices.
Superintendent Naila Hassan, Waitematā District Commander, says the charges
relate to driving offences, obstruction, disorderly behaviour and assaulting
Police.
Infringement notices have also been issued for numerous driving offences,
including impeding traffic.
“Police had made it clear to the group that any pedestrians on the Harbour
Bridge or motorway was unlawful and would result in consequences,” says
Superintendent Hassan.
“Police permitted the group to travel in vehicles in a convoy at a speed
that was deemed safe and minimised disruption to other road users.
“The group chose not to abide by those requirements and as a result they
will face the consequences for their unlawful behaviour.
“The actions of the group last week were dangerous, and this enforcement
action sends a clear message that this kind of behaviour will not be
tolerated."
Those facing charges are now before the Court and Police are limited in
further comment at this time.