Police would like to thank members of the public for information that led to arrests in Papamoa on Friday.

Police recently received complaints regarding two men door knocking and asking residents for donations, while misrepresenting as members of a local rugby club.

As a result of the enquires the men have been charged by Police with Obtaining by Deception.

Sergeant Tristan Murray encourages local residents to contact police should they experience similar activities.

'If you have anyone knock at your door asking for donations or acting in an intimidating manner that don't look or appear to be legitimate please call 111.

'If it is found that they're committing an Offence of Obtaining by Deception it carries a maximum penalty of 7 years imprisonment.”