Source: New Zealand Police
Maungatapu Road is currently closed due to a Police operation.
Staff are carrying out enquiries to locate a person of interest.
Some staff are armed as a precaution, however there is not believed to be any risk to the public.
Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays.
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Issued by Police Media Centre
Original source: https://nz.mil-osi.com/2026/09/02/maungatapu-road-closed-due-to-police-operation/