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One in custody after serious incident near Matatā

Matata crime news
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Police have taken a person into custody following a serious incident at the intersection of Flax and Matatā Roads in the Bay of Plenty this afternoon.

Emergency services responded around 3.50pm, with part of Matatā Road closed and diversions in place while investigations continue.

St John paramedics treated one patient at the scene, who was taken to Whakatāne Hospital in a moderate condition. Authorities are urging motorists to avoid the area.

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