A patched Mongrel Mob gang member has been arrested today in relation to an arson at a funeral home last month, Counties Manukau Police say.

Police investigations had been underway following a fire at a funeral home on Kirkbride Road, in Māngere Bridge, at about 11.50pm on April 27, they say.

The building sustained minor damage and there were no injuries reported as a result.

However, police say they “have been working hard to identify and locate those responsible”.

Detective senior sergeant Mike Hayward, of Counties Manukau Police CIB, says officers executed four search warrants at addresses connected to the Mongrel Mob across south Auckland today, May 12.

“As a result of these search warrants, we have arrested a patched member who has been charged with arson (endangering life).

“Police also located a pump action shotgun and ammunition at the one of the addresses.”

Hayward says two other patched gang members present at the address were also arrested for breaching bail and another in relation to an unrelated serious assault.

“What was of real concern was that there were children present at the address the firearm was located at.

“However, overall, this is a pleasing outcome in that we have been able to catch up with the alleged offender and take another firearm out of circulation in the community.”

A 30-year-old man is due to appear in the Manukau District Court tomorrow, May 13, charged with the arson.

Another man, aged 34, has been charged with unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition and will appear in the Manukau District Court tomorrow.