A man has died after becoming unconscious while in police custody in Tauranga overnight, following his earlier arrest in Mount Maunganui. <\/p>\n
Superintendent Will Loughrin, Bay of Plenty District Commander said police spotted a vehicle linked to a man they were seeking at around 12.32am.<\/p>\n
“This vehicle was monitored as it travelled through Mount Maunganui before the driver came to a stop on Kaniere St,” Loughrin said. <\/p>\n
The driver allegedly attempted to flee on foot before returning to the vehicle and ramming into a police vehicle while attempting to leave the scene. <\/p>\n
Loughrin said a taser and OC spray were used while police arrested the man. <\/p>\n
“The man was then transported to Tauranga Police station following his arrest and during that journey he became unresponsive,” he said. <\/p>\n
“Police requested medical assistance for the man immediately, with an ambulance being dispatched a minute later at about 12.42.” <\/p>\n
Police staff commenced CPR and paramedics took over the man’s care on arrival.<\/p>\n
He was pronounced dead shortly before 1.45am. <\/p>\n
Police had informed the man\u2019s family and were providing support, Loughrin said. <\/p>\n
“We send our heartfelt condolences to them following this tragic incident and will continue to offer them all the necessary support at this difficult time.” <\/p>\n
A critical incident investigation has been launched, and the Independent Police Conduct Authority had been notified, which was standard procedure in such cases.<\/p>\n
Loughrin said a number of inquiries and scene examinations were underway to determine the circumstances surrounding the man’s death. Police staff involved in the incident were also being provided support. <\/p>\n
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