Photo: RNZ
The public is being urged to follow the police’s instructions as armed officers swarm LynnMall in Auckland.
Police say they are looking for a person of interest after an earlier incident.
No shots have been fired but some officers will be armed as a precaution.
Hato Hone St John says it was not called to attend.
Police say there is no further information.
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