UPDATE: man arrested over shooting of police officer

A man being sought in relation to the shooting of a police officer in Hamilton overnight has been arrested.

The man was located at a Ngaruawahia address a short time ago.

Police have also recovered the firearm believed to have been used in the shooting.

The 23-year-old man will face a range of charges.

Assistant Commissioner Richard Chambers will be available to speak to media at Hamilton Central Police Station at 1pm today.

Media are asked to report to reception on arrival.

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