Armed police and a dog unit were searching a property on Good St in Rangiora. Photo: NZME
Police, including the Armed Offenders Squad and a dog unit, were seen searching a property on Good St in Rangiora.
A man in handcuff, was seen being escorted away from the property by police.
Five police cars were at the scene.
An armed officer was seen carrying a ladder towards a fence in the backyard of the property.
Earlier, police told NZME they were responding to a report of a possible sighting of a firearm in Rangiora.
Police have been approached for further details.
