Police desk

September 20 A MAN was detained by Taumarunui police for a mental health assessment after his driving manner raised concern. A FORESTRY worker was hit by a falling tree and aided by both ambulance staff and Taumarunui police.

September 21 POLICE were called to investigate a suspicious vehicle parked on Ngakonui-Ongarue Rd, between Ongarue and Taringamotu. A VAN rolled on Kawautahi Rd, Owhango causing minor injuries for its occupants.

September 22 A TAUMARUNUI man who reported multiple suspicious things happening at his address was referred to mental health services by police.

September 23 A WOMAN received a lift to her accommodation by Taumarunui police after she was seen running in the middle of the road.

September 24 A WINDOW was broken at a rural Taumarunui address after an altercation between the occupants of a vehicle and a disorderly occupant.

September 26 TAUMARUNUI police were called after trees were unlawfully cut down at the rear of a residential property.

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