A “common law sheriff” accused of "hijacking" an Anzac Day service held at Paraparaumu, says the group had no intention of upsetting those in attendance. READ MORE:* Cancelled Anzac Day Service no deterrent for some in Invercargill* Hundreds turn out at Marlborough Anzac Day services* 'Last minute' Anzac Day dawn service still special, New Plymouth mayor says* Thousands gather at dawn services across the country to commemorate Anzac Day* Man arrested at national Anzac service in WellingtonA "common law sheriff" uniform, similar to the one seen at the Paraparaumu service. (File photo)The “common law sheriff” movement draws inspiration from the “sovereign citizen” phenomenon, which has had a minor influence in New Zealand before now. Cribb said the group didn’t attend the Anzac Day service for any political purposes and were only there to “honour the forefathers”. RSA/Stuff RSA national president BJ Clark says it was ‘wrong’ for the group to speak at an Anzac Day service.

Source: Stuff April 27, 2022 01:20 UTC