Vigilant neighbours assisted Police in interrupting a burglary and taking three people into custody.
Just before 8pm, Police were called by a member of the public who told Police they could see three vehicles had arrived at an address on Polo Prince Drive, Alfriston and were allegedly taking items from the property.
Counties Manukau Central Area Commander, Inspector Adam Pyne, says Police arrived quickly and blocked the driveway.
"Four offenders fled from the property with two attempting to drive off road to avoid Police.
"One vehicle has flipped on its side and the occupant was trapped until they could be extracted.
"Thankfully they were unharmed and were taken into custody."
Inspector Pyne says another alleged offender fled into nearby bush but was apprehended by waiting officers.
"A search of one of the vehicles has also located a sawn-off air rifle under the passenger's seat.
"Thanks to a detailed and prompt report made by a member of the public, Police were able to swiftly locate these people and take this item off the street.
