Police say they’re continuing to make enquiries.
Photo: RNZ / Cole Eastham-Farrelly
A Tauranga school was put into lockdown this morning after reports of someone with a weapon.
Police were called to Cameron Road at about 8.50am.
“A nearby school was advised to be placed into a lockdown, however this has since been stood down,” Police said.
“The person alleged to have a weapon was located, where Police found a knife in their possession, and taken into custody.”
Police say they’re continuing to make enquiries.
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