Police responding
to incident at Lake Horowhenua domain
Police are
responding to a reported incident at the Lake Horowhenua
Rowing Club this afternoon.
Land and buildings at the
Domain have been the subject of a long running and complex
land dispute which is currently before the courts. This has
included the recent occupation of some of the buildings at
the domain.
Manawatu Area Commander Inspector Sarah
Stewart said police staff had been called following reports
of a disturbance at the rowing club today which is now the
subject of further police inquires.
"Police are currently
speaking with a number of people to determine the facts of
what occurred, which will form part of our ongoing
inquiries.
"We are mindful that there are many in the
community with strong views on this issue, but our
responsibility is to keep the peace, and we will take very
seriously any attempt by individuals to take matters into
their own
hands.”
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