Three people arrested in Napier after crime spree across North Island

  • 09/07/2023
Police are still searching for the fourth person involved in the burglary.
Police are still searching for the fourth person involved in the burglary. Photo credit: Getty Images

Three people have been arrested following an aggravated burglary at a jewellery store in Napier earlier this week.

The burglary took place at Pascoes on Hastings Street just before 5pm on Wednesday 5 July.

A teenager has since been arrested after a search warrant took place in Hastings.

The 19-year-old boy is now facing a range of charges in relation to Wednesday's incident as well as other charges stemming from the search warrant.

"These charges include unlawful possession of a firearm and aggravated burglary," Detective Sgt. Dan Scott said.

Two younger teens aged 14 and 16 were also arrested, and face a range of charges in relation to the crime.

Police still haven't found the fourth person wanted in relation to the same offence.

"These four young people have been offending between Auckland and Hawkes Bay for the last four days and are believed to be responsible for a number of stolen vehicles and burglaries," Sgt. Scott said on Saturday.

Of the stolen jewellery, only a small amount has been recovered, while a significant amount remains missing.

According to Police, it's likely that offenders will be given further charges.