Police cordons in place following “threat” in Timaru

Chris Lynch
Chris Lynch
Jun 20, 2023 |

Police are responding to a threat made towards a premises on Arthur Street in Timaru.

Police received the report around 10am, and as a precaution people have been evacuated.

A spokesperson said there are also cordons in place around a city block at Arthur Street, Grey Road, North Street and State Highway 1/Theodosia Street. 

People are asked to avoid the area and take alternate routes.

Chris Lynch
Chris Lynch

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