AOS call out in Waipukurau

Armed police have cordoned off an area near a primary school in Waipukurau, central Hawkes Bay.

Police said the Armed Offenders Squad and police dog handlers were in attendance.

It is believed a man with a gun was spotted in the Mackie Street area, and that he pointed it at a member of the public.

Local primary school Terrace School said it was operating but would keep children away from its lower playing field.

- NEWSTALK ZB