The man arrested following a family harm incident in Parawera, Waipa is appearing in court today.
The 47-year-old faces a number of charges relating to the incident and will appear in the Hamilton District Court.
Armed Police, including the Armed Offenders Squad, as well as the Police Negotiation Team attended the scene yesterday, and assisted in bringing the incident to a safe conclusion.
The remaining cordons were lifted, and the road was opened to the public shortly after 6pm.
Police want to reassure the community that this was an isolated incident and there is no ongoing risk to the public.
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Issued by Police Media Centre