10 children aged 10-15 arrested in West Auckland for aggravated robberies and violent attacks, leading to increased police presence and Operation Haumaru.

10 children aged 10-15 were arrested in West Auckland for a series of aggravated robberies and violent attacks in town centers, leading to increased police presence in New Lynn and Henderson. Police are working with various agencies and services to address the root causes of youth crime in the area. These arrests were part of Operation Haumaru, which involved reassurance patrolling at busy transport hubs in West Auckland.