Police can confirm two people are deceased, following an
incident involving an ATV-style vehicle in Peria.
The
ATV rolled into a swimming hole in the Waikainga Stream
about 5.15pm yesterday, Friday 29 December. This afternoon
the bodies of the two deceased have been recovered.
A
rāhui has been placed on the Waikainga Stream from
Shepherds Road to the Peria Saleyards Bridge.
Police
extend condolences to the whānau of the
deceased.
Police are making enquiries on behalf of the
Coroner.
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