Tauranga School went in lockdown after reports of an armed person

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Source: Radio New Zealand

Police say they’re continuing to make enquiries. RNZ / Cole Eastham-Farrelly

A Tauranga school was put into lockdown this morning after reports of someone with a weapon.

Police were called to Cameron Road at about 8.50am.

“A nearby school was advised to be placed into a lockdown, however this has since been stood down,” Police said.

“The person alleged to have a weapon was located, where Police found a knife in their possession, and taken into custody.”

Police say they’re continuing to make enquiries.

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