Napier raid: Police search of house finds loaded gun, drugs, cash and stolen items

A Napier man has been arrested after a search warrant found a loaded gun, drugs, money and even a stolen e-scooter.

The 34-year-old was due to appear in Hastings District Court on Wednesday charged with supplying methamphetamine, possession to supply methamphetamine, unlawfully possessing a firearm, and possession to supply cannabis.

Eastern District Police’s Organised Crime Unit staff executed a search warrant at a property on Thames St about 4pm on Tuesday.

A 34-year-old man has been arrested after a search warrant in Napier on Tuesday.

A loaded firearm, ammunition, drugs, cash, and multiple stolen items were seized by police.

About 60 bags of cannabis and a small quantity of methamphetamine were also seized, along with a scale and $3900 cash.

A stolen e-scooter and multiple stolen Milwaukee power tools were also located during the search warrant.

A police spokesperson said they would continue to target those who supply illicit drugs, “which cause extreme harm and damage to our communities”.

“We cannot do this alone, and we ask that anyone with information about the supply of illicit drugs contacts us on 105.”

Information can also be reported to local police stations or anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 0800 555 111.

“We encourage anyone affected by drug addiction to seek help through Alcohol and Drug helpline on 0800 787 797, or free text 8681.”