Two men have been arrested following a series of alleged firearms incidents and damage to properties in the Western Bay of Plenty.
The two men, aged 19 and 23, have been charged with unlawful possession of a pistol.
Inquiries were continuing to identify those responsible for both incidents.
"Police are speaking to a number of witnesses in relation to these events and a scene examination at the Hairini and Te Puke properties have been completed, " Detective Senior Sergeant Greg Turner said.
"This behaviour and level of violence is completely unacceptable and has no place in our communities.
