The search for the fisherman missing near Taiharuru just before midnight on 1 May is continuing today, including shoreline searches and an aerial search using a drone.
We continue to acknowledge the support of our partners who have assisted with the search efforts including Coastguard Tutukaka volunteers, Northland Coastguard Air Patrol and Ruak¨¡k¨¡ Surf Lifesaving Patrol.
Police is not in a position to confirm the names of the missing person or the fisherman located deceased.
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Issued by Police Media Centre