Cop's thumb dislocated during violent Auckland arrest after police probe shots fired at property

Counties Manukau Central acting Area Commander Inspector Mark Benefield says an officer suffered a dislocated thumb during an arrest in Weymouth, Auckland, last night. Photo / File

A policeman suffered a dislocated thumb during an arrest involving gang members after the firing of shots at an Auckland property.

Witnesses say multiple shots were heard at the property in Weymouth about 11.15pm yesterday. The occupants were then "aggressive" towards police when they turned up to the commotion.

Counties Manukau Central Acting Area Commander Inspector Mark Benefield said police responded after reports of noise, thought to be gunshots.

"Police attended at an address on Mahia Rd and located a pistol along with five bullet casings.

"A 30-year-old man was arrested and charged with unlawful possession of a firearm."

The man is a patched member of the Head Hunters Motorcycle Gang.

Two other people aged 24 and 28 were arrested and charged with a breach of bail conditions.

However, while carrying out the arrest, Benefield said one of his staff became involved in a tussle, suffering an injury.

"While carrying out an arrest, one of our staff members suffered a dislocated thumb. He has received medical treatment for this.

"Police inquiries into the event are continuing and we cannot rule out the possibility of further charges."