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Woman heard screaming after man shot in Dannevirke

February 2, 2018

Police say they know who is responsible for the incident and the public isn't in danger. (Source: Other)

Two people are now in police custody after a man was shot and injured in Dannevirke today.

Police say the incident occurred at a property in Hunter St in the Manawatu-Wanganui town shortly before 11am.

Neighbours told 1 NEWS they didn't hear a gunshot but were alerted by screams from a woman.

Police say a white station wagon was seen leaving the scene.

They say they know who the people responsible are and have a man and a woman in custody over the shooting.

According to police there is no risk to the wider public after the incident.

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