Rotorua Police have arrested and charged an 18-year-old male with unlawful possession of a firearm and discharging a firearm with the intent to intimidate following an incident on Malfroy Road on Tuesday.

He is due to appear in the Rotorua District Court on Saturday, September 23.

"The investigation into the incident remains ongoing and Police would like to hear from anyone who has information that could assist and has not yet been in touch," says Detective Sergeant Nathan Marten.

"Anyone that can assist is encouraged to call Police on 105 and quote file number 230919/1853."