Two arrested after reports of shooting in Palmerston North, schools put into lockdown

Two arrested after reports of shooting in Palmerston North, schools put into lockdown
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Two people have been arrested after a firearms incident in Palmertson North on Friday morning.

Police say officers responded to reports a firearm had been discharged on Milson Line just after 11am on Friday, with the Armed Offenders Squad called in after the suspects fled the scene.

"Police are continuing to make inquiries to establish whether any other offenders were involved. Charges are being considered considered for the two people arrested."

As a precaution, several schools in the surrounding area were put into lockdown for a short time. Roslyn School was one of those put into lockdown. But that has since been lifted.

No injuries have been reported.