Recovery operation launched following potential body sighting in Waikato River

Hamilton Police are currently conducting a recovery operation on the Waikato River following a report from the public of a potential body being sighted in the water.

Senior Sergeant Damion Rangitutia of the Waikato District Command Centre said a member of the public called Police in relation to what appears to be a body floating north in the Waikato River near Comries Ave.

“The Police rescue boat has been launched and is currently at the scene in the vicinity of Swarbrick Landing conducting a recovery operation.

“The operation has necessitated a closure of the walkway on the east side of the Waikato River.”

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