Source: Radio New Zealand
A cordon is in place on Ulster Street in Hamilton. Libby Kirkby-McLeod
Police have cordoned off streets in Hamilton and the entrance to a hotel has been taped off after reports of gunfire.
A motel staff member inside the cordon says they heard gunshots about 10am on Wednesday.
A police spokesperson said cordons were in place along Ulster Street and Abbotsford Street in the suburb of Whitiora.
The spokesperson said they were responding to an incident but did not provide further details.
Libby Kirkby-McLeod
An RNZ reporter at the scene said police cars can be seen parked in the street and police officers are going door-to-door speaking with people.
They declined to answer questions.
A resident who wanted to go home had been told by police he was not able to at this time.
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