Number of uncontactable people now at four, police say
The number of uncontactable people following Cyclone Gabrielle has further reduced to four.
In a statement, police said they would be in a position to provide further detail regarding those who remain uncontactable later today.
Constable Yvonne Tremain (left), with Eastern District Commander Superintendent Jeanette Park, in Hastings preparing to make enquiries to locate uncontactable people. Photo/Supplied.
In the 24 hours to 7pm yesterday, Police in Eastern District conducted 502 prevention activities, including reassurance patrols and proactive engagements with storm-hit communities.
Over the same period, Police received 492 calls for service, including 10 reports of burglaries, four unlawful taking of motor vehicles, and 54 family harm incidents.
Twenty five people have been arrested for a variety of offences – 13 in Hawke’s Bay and 12 in Tairawhiti.
Offences include serious assault, destruction of property, disorder and theft.
