Manawatū Prison reopened after bomb threat and lockdown

Wednesday 19 November 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated Wed 19 Nov 2025, 1:27pm

Manawatū Prison was placed on lockdown on Wednesday morning following a threatening phone call regarding a bomb on site. Police conducted an extensive search of the facility but found no device. The prison has since reopened.

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1. StuffWed 19 Nov 2025, 11:42am

   Manawatū Prison in lockdown after bomb threat (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldWed 19 Nov 2025, 12:22pm

   Bomb threat triggers lockdown at Manawatū Prison (opens in new tab)

3. RNZWed 19 Nov 2025, 1:27pm

   Manawatū Prison locked down after bomb threat (opens in new tab)