
Two people have died after a water-related incident in the Tarawera River near Boyce Park late this morning.
“Emergency services were called to the scene about 11.30am after a report of a party becoming stuck under a bank”, said Inspector Phil Gillbanks.
“Sadly, two people were located deceased a short time later.
“The deaths will be referred to the Coroner.”
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