One person has died and a homicide investigation has been launched after a shooting at a waterfront reserve in Whangārei this morning.
Police received a report of a person injured at Beach Road Reserve in Onerahi at around 11.10am.
“Upon arrival, one person was pronounced dead at the scene,” a police spokesperson said.
A second person was taken to hospital in a critical condition.
St John said three ambulances, one operations manager and one rapid response vehicle were sent to the scene.
“One patient, in a critical condition, was transported to Northland Base Hospital by ambulance.”
Police said they did not believe there was ongoing risk to the community following the incident at Beach Road Reserve in Onerahi. (Source: 1News)
Acting Detective Senior Sergeant Shane Pilmer said police did not believe there was any ongoing risk to the wider community.
“The key focus for us is determining the series of events that led up to this tragic incident.”
Police have appealed for anyone with information to come forward, in particular anyone who witnessed the incident.
“We understand this incident would have been unsettling for the wider community and we appreciate the assistance from the public during this time.”
Cordons would remain in place alongside a increased police presence while a scene examination is completed and inquiries are carried out.
