SPCA & police at Yaldhurst property part of “ongoing investigation”

Chris Lynch
Chris Lynch
Apr 27, 2023 |

Police and SPCA officers are investigating a rural property in Yaldhurst.

Multiple SPCA officers have been examining a horse located on Hasketts Road property.

SPCA Inspectorate Team Lead, Sam Cairns said “SPCA is currently at a property assisted by New Zealand Police, our presence at this property is part of an ongoing investigation and we are not able to comment further at this time.”


A police spokesperson confirmed they were assisting the SPCA and referred all questions to the agency.

Five SPCA vehicles and several police cars were parked outside the property. 


Chris Lynch
Chris Lynch

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