Source: New Zealand Police (District News)
Police are searching for a person outstanding in the water off Pukerewa Road following a report around 3:30pm.
Three men had been fishing in the area when one slipped on the rocks and fell into the water.
A helicopter was initially dispatched but was later stood down and replaced by a fixed wing aircraft to conduct aerial searches of the area.
One man was treated for injuries at the scene and another remains outstanding.
The search remains ongoing.
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Issued by Police Media
