Police are investigating the incident.

Three people were arrested just 40 minutes after theft reported; items have been returned.

A 53-year-old Taumarunui man has been arrested and is facing charges.

All traffic, including buses, is being diverted from the scene.

The tribunal has also told police to explain why they didn't charge the alleged abuser.

Police said they would make follow-up inquiries regarding the incident 'if able'.

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The body was found at Bittern Place, police said.

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Three men have been arrested and are facing charges following police action.

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Seven police cars and at least 12 officers attend the callout ending in two arrests.

Operation continues on Friday to find men, who recently moved to New Zealand from India.

Spikes used and one man arrested after late-night chase through Hawke's Bay.

Emergency services are at the scene.

Several people were seen in handcuffs at the scene.

Bryce Paterson was one of four involved in the armed robbery at Taupiri.

Search efforts have included the use of Coastguard, Navy and Police National Dive Squad.

Emergency services were notified of the incident in rural South Waikato after 1pm.

'We understand the community has been on edge.'

Police's Operation Hawk is focused on illegal street racing and antisocial behaviour.

A 29-year-old woman will appear today in the Papakura District Court.

"We have received a number of complaints."

He was last seen in the Māngere area before the school holidays.