New Zealand Police Alert 09:40 5-02-2008 Auckland City

Location of incident: Auckland District Court

Incident Type: Bomb Threat

The Auckland District Court has been evacuated following the receipt of a bomb threat.

This has necessitated the closure of Albert and Federal Streets between Victoria Street and Wyndham, and Kingston Street at the Hobson Street intersection.

Motorists can expect delays and are advised to avoid the area. Some bus routes will also be affected and bus companies are being advised.

The building will be cleared by specialist staff who are en route.

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