One man arrested, charged following firearms incident in Wiri, Auckland

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One man has been charged and a shotgun seized following a firearms incident in Wiri, Auckland on the weekend.

A spokesperson said police were called to an address on Felicia Pl following a report of disorder involving two groups, about 1am on Sunday.

Counties Manukau CIB Detective Senior Sergeant Kevin Tiernan said shots were reportedly fired from an address before one of the groups left in a vehicle.

One person was taken to hospital with minor injuries.

While there, police found and seized a sawn-off shotgun and ammunition.

A 32-year-old man was to appear in Manukau District Court today charged with wounding with reckless disregard and firearms charges.

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