Emergency services responding to firearms incident in Gore

NZ Herald

Police are investigating after a firearm was reportedly discharged in Gore this evening.

The incident occurred just before 8pm and two people are reported to have non-life-threatening injuries.

A cordon is in place near Aparima St as police attend and make inquiries.

Members of the public have been urged to avoid the area.

Hato Hone St John has also responded to the incident with three ambulances, one operations manager and two helicopters at the scene.

Police do not believe there is any risk to other members of the community.

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