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Teenager arrested in relation to Papakura shooting

18:39 pm on 5 June 2022

An 18-year-old man has been arrested and charged in relation to a shooting in Papakura on Friday.

Photo: RNZ / Marika Khabazi

One person was taken to hospital in a critical condition after being shot near the district court in the town centre.

The victim remains in hospital, but police say they are expected to make a full recovery.

The arrested man will appear in Manukau District Court on Tuesday.

Police say a vehicle of interest has also been located.

It is not yet known if the shooting is linked to the recent spate of gang-related gun violence in Auckland.