Another arrest in Pukehinau Flats shooting investigation after man stopped for speeding

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Source: Radio New Zealand

Earlier this month, police were called to the flats after a shot was discharged towards a man. RNZ / Nate McKinnon

Another person has been arrested in the Pukehinau Flats shooting investigation, after police stopped the man for speeding.

Earlier this month, police were called to the flats after a shot was discharged towards a man.

The man was not injured by the shot, however was injured after he jumped from a second-floor balcony to escape the offender.

A 34-year-old woman was arrested and had since appeared in court.

A 22-year-old man has now also been charged in relation to the shooting after he was stopped for speeding by police in Palmerston North.

He was arrested for being in possession of a shotgun.

Wellington CIB have since charged the man in relation to the shooting at Pukehinau flats.

Police said they were not seeking anyone else in relation to the shooting.

The man is due to appear in the Wellington District Court in December, charged with discharging a firearm with intent to cause grievous bodily harm and aggravated robbery.

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