The New Zealand National Party
Illegal checkpoints in Northland are intimidating locals and Police must uphold the law and shut them down, Northland MP Matt King says.
“I’ve heard from a growing number of Northland locals who are feeling intimidated and harassed at illegal checkpoints that have been set up by local vigilantes across the mid and far north.
“We live under New Zealand law, and vigilante groups can’t just make up their own rules, however well-intentioned.
“Police must intervene and protect those who are just trying to go about their lawful business including food shopping or moving to essential employment.
“I encourage everyone to stay in their bubble and respect social distancing rules and for the police to get these illegal checkpoints under control.”
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