Man charged after NZDF called to Hamilton police station

Saturday 8 February 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated Sat 8 Feb 2025, 4:10pm

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A 29-year-old man faces charges after police found firearms and an item of concern in Hamilton. The suspected explosive device was accidentally taken into a police station, prompting the NZDF to be called to the scene.

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1. 1NewsSat 8 Feb 2025, 2:54pm

   NZDF called after 'item of concern' found in Hamilton man's belongings (opens in new tab)

2. StuffSat 8 Feb 2025, 3:45pm

   Man charged after bomb squad called out in Hamilton (opens in new tab)

3. NZ HeraldSat 8 Feb 2025, 4:10pm

   Cops take suspected explosive into police station – then call NZSAS bomb experts for help (opens in new tab)