Mongols Motorcycle Club’s Fifth Anniversary Meeting in Christchurch Disrupted by Police Crackdown and Immigration Restrictions
A Mongols member riding off a Cook Strait ferry at Picton ahead of the gang’s fifth anniversary meeting in Christchurch had his bike impounded amid a heavy police response to the outlaw club’s festivities this weekend.
Police Crackdown on Mongols Motorcycle Club Members
The Police have been cracking down on Mongols Motorcycle Club members, who are traveling to the southern city this weekend for the fifth anniversary of the gang setting up the Christchurch chapter of the notorious international bikie gang.
Neighbourhood Disturbances
Neighbours of the Ōtautahi East chapter’s pad in Cuffs Rd were reporting all-night festivities on social media, including fireworks and motorbikes revving up and down the road all night.
Police Response and Checkpoints
On Saturday morning, police established a checkpoint in Cuffs Rd and were seen stopping Mongols members on bikes. A Mercedes-Benz vehicle that left the Mongols property in Burnham on Saturday afternoon was stopped by police on State Highway 1.
Arrests and Immigration Restrictions
As of Friday, six patched Mongols members and associates had been arrested, Christchurch police said. Immigration NZ also blocked the entry of several patched Mongols members who were planning to travel to the Garden City from the US.
Raids and Security Measures
At the Burnham property on State Highway 1, south of Christchurch on Saturday afternoon, two people in Mongols regalia were stationed outside as security. Police in unmarked cars were stopping every vehicle that left the property.
Police Interactions along the Route
Canterbury District Commander Superintendent Tony Hill said police from the Tasman District met a number of Mongols members and associates as they disembarked from the ferry at Picton on Friday. A senior member was forbidden to ride, as the bike he was riding did not comply with the conditions of his license.
Roadblocks and Checkpoints
Police established a checkpoint near the Mongols East chapter pad in Wainoni after neighbours reported a raucous night of festivities. At a truck stop at Glasnevin in north Canterbury, police established another checkpoint, where every member of the convoy was stopped and spoken to and their vehicles inspected.
Conclusion
The Mongols Motorcycle Club’s fifth anniversary meeting in Christchurch was marked by a heavy police presence and numerous arrests. Immigration restrictions also hindered the gang’s plans, making this weekend a challenging one for the notorious outlaw club.
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