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Police Seize Brian Tamaki’s Rifles, Revoke License After Anti-Immigration Comments

6/30/2026

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Police seized hunting rifles from Destiny Church leader Brian Tamaki’s home and revoked his licence after his anti-immigration remarks.
Tamaki livestreamed seizure, saying it was retaliation for complaints about his threats toward mosques and temples.
MP Dr Parmjeet Parmar wrote to the Police Commissioner urging action, saying Tamaki’s remarks incite crime.
Police Minister Mark Mitchell said he has not received an update but confirmed an investigation into Tamaki’s targeting remarks.

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Police seized hunting rifles from Destiny Church leader Brian Tamaki’s home and revoked his licence after his anti-immigration remarks.
Tamaki livestreamed seizure, saying it was retaliation for complaints about his threats toward mosques and temples.
MP Dr Parmjeet Parmar wrote to the Police Commissioner urging action, saying Tamaki’s remarks incite crime.
Police Minister Mark Mitchell said he has not received an update but confirmed an investigation into Tamaki’s targeting remarks.