The Carterton New World.
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Police inquiries are ongoing after an incident in Carterton this afternoon that has left a major supermarket closed and multiple roads cordoned off.
An incident was reported in Carterton near Pembroke Street as well as in Featherston near Daniell Street around 4pm.
Police are speaking with two people in relation to the incident, and cordons are in place in Featherston, Carterton, and Kaitoke.
There is not believed to be any risk to the wider community, police said.
State Highway 2 through Featherston and Carterton is closed and State Highway 2 at Kaitoke is down to one lane.
SH2 KAITOKE – POLICE INCIDENT – 4:50PM
Due to a police incident the road is now CLOSED near Kaitoke Loop Rd. Follow directions of emergency services on-site or delay your journey. ^EH pic.twitter.com/GakIzUZ5nm— NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi – Wellington (@nztawgtn) March 22, 2025
Police remain at three scenes in relation to the incident conducting scene examinations while they determine what occurred.
One resident has told RNZ the main street is cordoned off while others have said ambulances and police are at the local New World.
In a Facebook post, New World Carterton said the store was closed until further notice.
“Our apologies for any inconvenience caused. We will keep you updated as to when we can reopen.”
More to come…
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