Family-harm incident sparks large police response in Port Waikato

  • 16/05/2024
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Police are understood to be engaged in a stand-off after a "family-harm related incident" in Port Waikato.  

Police first responded to an address on Maunsell Road shortly before 9am on Thursday.  

A Police spokesperson said there are "concerns for a person's wellbeing". 

When asked if there was a standoff they said, "that appears to be the case".  

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The Police Eagle Helicopter has been flying above the property.  

No injuries have been reported and there is no immediate risk to the public, the spokesperson confirmed.