Source: New Zealand Police (National News)
Wellington Search and Rescue teams have been deployed after two people were reported overdue from an off-road motorcycle ride in Akatarawa Forest, Upper Hutt last night.
Police were called at around 9.40pm after the pair failed to return at the expected time of 5pm.
The pair’s 4WD vehicles were located at the entrance.
Search and rescue teams were deployed in the area last night and the search will recommence at first light this morning.
Updates will be provided proactively when available.
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Issued by Police Media Centre
