
Armed police, the Armed Offenders Squad and Fenz have cordoned off a Matai Street West in Riccarton. Photo: Sam Sherwood
The Herald understands a person at an address at Matai St West has threatened to harm police.

Multiple police vehicles are in the street. Photo: Sam Sherwood
"A 35-year-old man has been taken into custody without incident, and charges will follow in due course," police said.

A fire engine and the Armed Offenders Squad (AOS) have been called in. Photo: Sam Sherwood
The Armed Offenders Squad (AOS) and a Fire and Emergency NZ (Fenz) vehicle were also in the street.
The witness said the fire engine drove onto a property followed by police officers.