Source: New Zealand Police
Police are attending a scene in Rongomai Park after a report of what is believed to be a body in water.
A member of the public contacted Police at 4.08pm.
The scene is at a secluded pond within the park, near Ōtara.
Police Search and Rescue are in attendance to reach the area and undertake a recovery operation.
Walkway entrances into Rongomai Park have temporarily been cordoned off while Police continue our work at the scene.
Further updates will be provided as available.
ENDS.
Jarred Williamson/NZ Police
Original source: https://nz.mil-osi.com/2026/06/22/police-attending-rongomai-park/