Large police presence at unfolding incident in Foxton

There are multiple reports of a large police presence near Foxton.

Residents have told RNZ they've seen about six police cars with lights and sirens on since 1pm on Friday.

Local Paul, said he saw at least five cop cars "flying past" on State Highway 1 heading south toward Foxton.

Another local said they saw about 12 police cars past the Foxton Race Course on Bergin Rd.

At about 2pm a Foxton resident said a helicopter was flying over an area of State Highway 1 just north of the town.

"It's done a big circle and it's coming back around. It's going very slowly, hovering."

Police have been contacted for comment.

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