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Wednesday, 28 June 2017 - 10:38am |
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Riverton Police seek to identify illegal hunters

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Police are investigating reports of illegal hunting in the Rowallen Forest near Tuatapere in mid-June.?
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In particular, Police would like to identify the occupants of a black double-cab ute which entered two isolated residential properties in the area in the early hours of Saturday 17 June. ? The vehicle had a light bar (possibly LED) on the roof, to provide light for hunting.?
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At one of the properties the occupants of the vehicle killed a pet goat and fired a shot through the door of an outhouse. ? It is believed a rifle of some sort was used.?
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These incidents were extremely disturbing for the victims and Police would appreciate any information which could help us identify the vehicle and its occupants.?
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If you have information which could assist, please call Riverton Police on 03 234 7070.?
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Information can also be provided anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.?
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Issued by Police Media Centre.