Counties Manukau Police have arrested a prolific shoplifter in spectacular fashion, chasing him down with the help of two trusty steeds.
Two constables had just finished up with a community event in the area, where they had been engaging with locals alongside their horses, when they were made aware of a report of shoplifting in Pukekohe.
“They were directed to the area on the backs of horses Chief and Ruby after being notified the person of interest was last seen with a trolley on Manukau Road,” said Counties Manukau South Area Commander Inspector Joe Hunter.
Both officers “hoofed” it towards the Pukekohe Train Station, where the person was subsequently located, and were able to keep them in the location until further units arrived.
“The person was then arrested without further incident,” said Hunter.