Tribesmen gang members arrested over Waikato Expressway assault

The men appeared in court today.
The men appeared in court today. Photo credit: Getty Images

Three Tribesmen members have been arrested following the serious assault on the Waikato Expressway on March 11.

The victim was pulled from his vehicle and violently attacked, leaving him in a critical condition. 

Police executed seven search warrants in relation to Operation Rangiriri on Tuesday, four in Auckland and three in Christchurch.

A total of four men were arrested, the fourth arrested on an unrelated matter. They appeared in the Christchurch District Court and Counties Manukau District Court on Tuesday afternoon. 

Detective Senior Sergeant Stephen Ambler said a large amount of gang insignia, cash and cannabis was seized as well as cell phones and motorcycles.

The three men aged 25, 27, and 32 have been charged with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.

One of the men arrested also faces charges of possession for supply of cocaine and possession of ecstasy.

The 31-year-old victim is continuing to recover following the assault.

Snr Sgt Ambler added although today's arrests are a milestone there is still a lot of work to go.

"We know up to six other people who were involved in the assault and we will continue to work towards bringing all those responsible to justice."

Snr Sgt Ambler is urging the public and anyone who may know further information to come forward and contact police through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111 quoting file number 220311/5636.