Wednesday, 5 January 2022 - 7:55pm |
Bay of Plenty

Water-related fatality near Minginui, Te Urewera

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Police can confirm a child has died in a water-related incident at the Mangamate Waterfall, on the Whirinaki River ¨C inland from Minginui in Te Urewera.

Emergency crews and a helicopter attended after receiving a report just before 2.45pm.

Attempts were made to resuscitate the child however sadly they died at the scene.

Police extends its condolences to wh¨¡nau and loved ones.

Police are making enquiries on behalf of the coroner.

ENDS

Issued by Police Media Centre