'Monks' target shoppers, demanding money for bracelets and trinkets (opens original article in a new tab)

Police in Auckland warn people not to engage with individuals dressed as monks demanding money for bracelets and trinkets, following reports of strange and aggressive interactions with shoppers.

• Police in Auckland warn against engaging with individuals dressed as monks demanding money for bracelets and trinkets.
• Shoppers reported strange and aggressive interactions with people offering religious-looking tokens and requesting cash.
• Immigration New Zealand states no recent complaints about faith-based scams involving migrants, noting that visitor visa holders cannot work in New Zealand.