Search resumes for swimmer missing in Waikato River

January 4, 2022
The Waikato River in Hamilton.

The search has resumed for a swimmer missing in the Waikato River since Monday afternoon.

The person was reported missing shortly after 6pm on Monday, police said.

Initial reports indicate a group of four people had gone into the water but only three returned to shore.

An aerial search for the swimmer was unsuccessful.

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Searchers are continuing their efforts by boat and jet ski on Tuesday morning down river towards Claudelands Bridge.

The search will continue until dark.

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