Police presence after firearm sighting near Tauranga Girls’ College

Armed police in Gate Pa, Tauranga, today. Photo / Supplied

A report of a person with a weapon sparked a police callout in Tauranga.

Police were called to Cameron Rd near Tauranga Girls’ College after a firearm sighting was reported by a member of the public at 10.25am.

Police said they are now speaking with a person and there is no ongoing threat to the public.

Armed police responded to reports of a firearm sighting in Tauranga earlier today. Photo / Supplied

It comes just weeks after a person was taken into custody near Tauranga Girls’ College on March 17 after allegedly being found with a weapon.

The incident prompted a brief lockdown, with teachers rushing students inside as police arrived.

The knife was recovered by officers, and the lockdown was lifted shortly after.