Key Takeaways
- Two people have died in separate water-related incidents in Akaroa and Lower Kaimai, Bay of Plenty.
- A third person is missing after a water-related incident in the Waikato River.
- Emergency services are currently searching for the missing person.
- The deaths will be referred to the Coroner for further investigation.
- The incidents highlight the importance of water safety and the need for caution when engaging in water activities.
Introduction to the Incidents
Two people have lost their lives and one person is missing following separate water-related incidents that occurred today. The incidents took place in different locations, including Akaroa, Banks Peninsula, and Lower Kaimai, Bay of Plenty. A third incident occurred in the Waikato River, where a man is currently missing. The police and emergency services are working together to investigate the incidents and search for the missing person.
The Akaroa Incident
One of the incidents occurred in Akaroa, where a person was pulled from the water near the Harbourmaster. The police were notified at 1:15 pm, and emergency services were quickly dispatched to the scene. Unfortunately, despite the administration of CPR, the person was unable to be revived. The area around Drummond Wharf was cordoned off as the emergency services worked to investigate the incident. The police have confirmed that the death will be referred to the Coroner for further investigation.
The Lower Kaimai Incident
Another incident occurred in Lower Kaimai, Bay of Plenty, where a person was pulled from the water off Poripori Road. The police were called to the scene at around 2:55 pm, and CPR was commenced. However, the person died at the scene. The police are currently investigating the incident, and the death will also be referred to the Coroner. The two incidents in Akaroa and Lower Kaimai are a tragic reminder of the importance of water safety and the need for caution when engaging in water activities.
The Waikato River Incident
A third incident occurred in the Waikato River, where a man is currently missing. The police were called to the river near Graham Island at around 3:30 pm, after reports of a struggling swimmer being swept downstream. Despite an extensive search, the swimmer has not been located, and emergency services are continuing to search the area. The police are currently conducting inquiries into the incident, and the search for the missing person is ongoing.
Investigation and Response
The police and emergency services are working together to investigate the incidents and search for the missing person. The deaths in Akaroa and Lower Kaimai will be referred to the Coroner for further investigation, and the police are currently conducting inquiries into the incidents. The search for the missing person in the Waikato River is ongoing, and the emergency services are doing everything they can to locate the person. The incidents highlight the importance of water safety and the need for caution when engaging in water activities.
Conclusion and Water Safety
The incidents that occurred today are a tragic reminder of the importance of water safety and the need for caution when engaging in water activities. The police and emergency services are doing everything they can to investigate the incidents and search for the missing person. The incidents highlight the importance of being aware of the risks associated with water activities and taking necessary precautions to stay safe. It is also important to be aware of the emergency services and procedures in place in case of an incident. The deaths and the missing person are a tragic reminder of the importance of water safety, and it is essential to take necessary precautions to stay safe when engaging in water activities.
