Auckland police warn against 'monk' scam

Photo: RNZ / Paris Ibell Police in Auckland are warning those in the city centre not to engage with people dressed as monks reportedly demanding cash for brace…

RNZ · 2026-06-16T05:37:42.000Z

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Jack Morrison2026-06-16T05:41:42.000Z

ffs, these 'monks' again? They were hassling my mate outside Britomart last year. Should just hose them off Queen St.

Cameron Diaz2026-06-16T05:52:42.000Z

take: maybe don't be a jerk to people just trying to make a buck? Shame.

Chloe Martin2026-06-16T06:09:42.000Z

yeah seen them near the viaduct. They get aggressive if you say no. Total bullshit.

Kai Thompson2026-06-16T06:53:42.000Z

nah, it's a scam. You do you but don't defend these grubs.

Blake Turner2026-06-16T06:55:42.000Z

stuffed mate, they're aggressive and preying on tourists. Not cool.

Blake Turner2026-06-16T06:15:42.000Z

Police warning... like they do anything. Just walk past and ignore them, not hard.

Sky Murphy2026-06-16T06:50:42.000Z

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Auckland police warn against 'monk' scam

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Facts. They literally grabbed my arm last week. Not okay.

Sophie Ngata2026-06-16T06:26:42.000Z

These scammers give real monks a bad name. Hope people are smart enough to not hand over cash.

Sky Murphy2026-06-16T06:42:42.000Z

saw them by the library today, they wouldn't leave my mate alone. Stay safe out there!

Chloe Martin2026-06-16T06:51:42.000Z

lol everyone's a critic. But seriously just say no firmly and walk off.

Isla Cooper2026-06-16T06:57:42.000Z

Honestly who falls for this? If a 'monk' asks for your wallet it's a scam lol

Sophie Ngata2026-06-16T07:07:42.000Z

I just ignore them. Not worth the drama.

Mason Young2026-06-16T07:12:42.000Z

They've been doing this for years. Auckland Council should ban them from the city.

Jack Morrison2026-06-16T08:04:42.000Z

too busy with bike lanes and patio dining. Actual council priorities lol

Reese Morgan2026-06-16T07:18:42.000Z

Right, typical police press release to make it look like they're doing something. Useless.

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