Witnesses sought to firearms incident

The altercation happened around 8pm on Thursday. Photo: RNZ.

Police are seeking witnesses to a firearms related incident in Taupō.

At around 8pm, Police received a report of a firearm discharged in the carpark of a Four Square on Rifle Range Road on Thursday.

Initial enquiries have established that a verbal altercation took place in the carpark, which resulted in a person discharging a firearm at another, says a police spokesperson.

"Fortunately, no one was injured in the incident."

Police say this appears to be an isolated incident.

"The investigative team is following a number of strong lines of enquiry.

"If you witnessed the event and have not already spoken to Police, please contact Taupo Police."

Anyone with any further information which could assist is asked to please contact Police on 105, referencing event number P054848746.

Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.

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