After a two-day search police have arrested a man who was wanted as a person of interest in relation to a firearms incident in Motueka on Tuesday.
A police spokesperson said on Wednesday they were seeking Jahdai Kennard in relation to the shooting.
The spokesperson says the 33-year-old was apprehended safely and without incident near Woodend on State Highway One north of Christchurch following a planned traffic stop this morning.
Nelson Bays Area Commander Inspector Paul Borrell says police are very aware of the concern that such incidents cause.
“We very much appreciate the support and assistance from the Motueka and wider Nelson Bays communities," he says.
"We also thank Canterbury Police for their support and assistance in helping to safely facilitate this arrest."
The spokesperson says final enquiries in relation to the Motueka incident are still being completed which will enable appropriate charging decisions to be made.
