Police are refusing to comment on revelations that notorious motorcycle gang the Hells Angels have patched over a Nelson bikie gang.
In its latest New Zealand expansion move, the infamous group has allowed the Red Devils motorcycle club of Nelson to become a "hang around" chapter, according to sociologist and gangs expert Dr Jarrod Gilbert.
"This move was entirely predictable," said Dr Gilbert writes in his new blog.
"The Red Devils' links to the Hells Angels are well known, and having served a mandatory period as an associate group, they have been given leave to wear some identifying Hells Angels insignia."
In time, it's likely it will become an official chapter, joining those in Auckland, Wanganui and the Hells Angels Nomads chapter.