5 men in Nelson, NZ face firearm charges for unlawful possession, including child neglect, after diverting legally purchased rifles.
5 men in Nelson, New Zealand, face firearm charges for unlawful possession, including child neglect. The firearms were legally purchased but diverted to unlicensed individuals. Two of the men were employed by a firearms retailer and allegedly facilitated the diversion. The Nelson case involves at least 19 Alfa Carbine rifles being purchased and diverted between Oct 2021 and May 2022. Detective Inspector Albie Alexander emphasized the importance of firearms retailers meeting their obligations and the need for a register to trace unlawful activity. The five suspects will appear in the Nelson District Court on August 12, 2024.
August 08, 2024
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