Police are currently attending an incident in the suburb of Hope, near Richmond, Nelson.
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Armed Police have cordoned off an area looking for a man who is wanted in relation to threatening behaviour at a local business in Appleby, Richmond earlier this morning.
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The public is asked to avoid the area while police are searching for him. ? The male is described as in his 30s, medium to solid build, approximately 6 foot tall and has many tattoos.?
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Nelson Police are asking members of the public to avoid the Bateup, Paton, Hart and Collins Road areas of Richmond as they search properties. ?
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Residents are asked to stay indoors and report anyone fitting the description of the wanted man.
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Anyone who sees a man acting suspiciously in the wider Richmond area should call Police immediately on 111.
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Issued by Police Media Centre
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