At about 6pm last night Whakat?ne Police were called to the Matahina Dam area following the report of a two-year-old child missing in the Rangitaiki River. ?
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An extensive Search and Rescue operation was commenced, with the body of the child being located in the river at about 11pm.
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A homicide inquiry has been commenced and Police are speaking to a person of interest. ?Police are not seeking anyone else in relation to this inquiry.
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Issued by Police Media Centre.?
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Monday, 2 July 2018 - 6:50am |
Bay of Plenty
Homicide inquiry - Whakatane
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