Monday, 20 August 2018 - 1:51pm |
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Person of interest identified after 1080 threats in Palmerston North

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Police have spoken to the person they believe is responsible for making threats to use 1080 poison in public places, including Freyberg Pool, in Palmerston North on Friday 17 August.

Police executed a search warrant on a property near Palmerston North this morning. One man has been interviewed in relation to the threats.

No 1080 was found at the property and it is believed there is no danger to the public.

Police are still determining whether charges will be laid.

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Issued by Police Media Centre