Police impounding a car in Foxton.
Photo: NZ Police
Police said they spent King’s Birthday weekend disrupting boy-racing events after learning gatherings were planned in the region.
The Eagle helicopter was among police resources sent to stamp-out street-racing in the North Island’s Manawatū.
Manawatū area commander Inspector Marty Gray said communities and police refuse to tolerate “menacing motoring behaviour”.
“Our staff have done an incredible job of suppressing these groups who tyrannise residents, businesses, and other road users.
“Any dangerous driving, unauthorised street racing, intimidating convoys, burnouts, skidding, and excessive noise will be met with zero tolerance.”
A police checkpoint in Palmerston North.
Photo: NZ Police
Gray said 101 infringement notices were issued – including for drunk-driving – 30 cars were ordered off the road, 10 impounded, and four drivers suspended in the operation.
He said local police were supported by officers from Wellington and the Eastern Districts, including the police Eagle helicopter, which was temporarily deployed.
“We will continue to monitor the area for any activity.”
A police checkpoint in Palmerston North.
Photo: NZ Police
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