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Regional | Drowning

Body of 13-year-old boy located at Hunua Falls

The body of a 13 year old boy has been located after he got into difficulty while swimming at Hunua Falls yesterday.

Members of the Police National Dive Squad recovered the body of the 13-year-old last night.

The teenager was at the swimming hole with members of his extended family when he got into difficulty in the water.

Police say another member of his family tried to rescue him but was unsuccessful.

The boy’s family is being supported by Police and Victim Support.

Earlier this month a 17 year old also drowned at the falls after experiencing difficulty while swimming in the area.