Photo: RNZ / Angus Dreaver
Police, backed up by the armed offenders squad, are carrying out a search in Maketū.
It is part of the investigation into the death of Zain Matenga Taikato Fox, who died after being brought in to Rotorua Hospital on 28 July with critical injuries.
The operation followed searches in Maketū three weeks ago.
"There is not believed to be any risk to public safety, however residents can expect to see some staff armed as a precaution," Detective Inspector Craig Rawlinson said.
"Police have also engaged our iwi liaison officers, who will be in the township today, providing support and reassurance to locals."
Maketū Road has reopened after it was closed in relation to the police search earlier on Thursday morning.
Police said there was not expected to be any risk to public safety, but residents could expect to see some armed staff as a precaution.
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