Police have arrested six youth in relation to three recent arson incidents in the Rolleston area.
Over the last week, Police have received three separate reports of arson involving buildings in the Rolleston Reserve area.
After following lines of enquiry, including CCTV, Police identified and located six youth in relation to the incidents and were taken into custody.
Sergeant Phil Bayne says Police understand these incidents can be disappointing to the community, and is pleased Police can hold the alleged offenders to account.
"Thanks to proactive and strong teamwork, we were able to identify and locate those believed to be involved quickly."
The six youth have been referred to Youth Aid.
"We urge parents and caregivers to make sure their rangatahi are acting responsibly, and to be aware of where they are and what they are doing.
"Small choices can have lasting consequences - for individuals and the wider community, and anything could go wrong.
"We do not want to be knocking on your door at 2am telling you something serious has happened involving your young people."
If you see any suspicious or unlawful behaviour in the community, please contact Police on 111 immediately with as much information you can safely gather.
Information can be reported in non-emergencies or after-the-fact online at 105.police.govt.nz, clicking "Make a Report" or call 105.
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Issued by Police Media Centre