Arrests made after gun-point attempted robbery

The four accused were arrested in Counties Manukau, File photo.

Counties Manukau Police have arrested and charged four men following an attempted robbery at a store in Taupo.

On Wednesday, July 26, Police were called to a store on Tamamutu Street, Taupo, to reports of two men one with a firearm, damaging and attempting to take items.

A police spokesperson says it's believed the accused left the scene with two other people in a stolen vehicle.

"It was very fortunate that no one was injured."

A search warrant was conducted at a Counties Manukau address where the group were taken into custody Tuesday, August 23.

The four Counties Manukau based men have all been remanded in custody, says police.

The men, aged 25, 27, 31 and 38, are due to reappear in Manukau District Court today and on September 14, 22 November 22, and November 17 respectively.

They are facing a variety of charges in relation to the Taupo offending and other offending committed in the Tāmaki Makaurau area.

Charges include assault with intent to rob, aggravated robbery, unlawful taking of a motor vehicle and participates in an organised crime group.

"We acknowledge that this incident understandably shook those involved and we hope this result helps to make the community feel assured Police will hold offenders to account.

"Police are continuing to investigate the attempted robbery and further arrests cannot be ruled out."

Anyone that has information that could assist Police in their enquiries is encouraged to contact 105 and reference file number 230824/9568.

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