Crime scene established at boat ramp
Reports of a vehicle seen entering the Clarence River
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We have had a reporter on the scene this morning to establish what led to yesterday's events. Divers have reportedly arrived on scene and have entered the water shortly after 10am.
More information as it comes to hand.
EARLIER:
A CRIME scene has been established at a boat ramp in Maclean this evening following reports a vehicle entered the Clarence River.
Emergency services were called to the boat ramp near the Maclean Court House at McNaughton Place just before 4.30pm this afternoon after a vehicle was seen to enter the water.
A NSW Police spokeswoman confirmed that a crime scene was established this afternoon.
Officers from the Coffs/Clarence Police District attended the scene and are awaiting the arrival of specialist police services, including NSW Police divers, tomorrow morning.
Police inquiries are continuing.
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Originally published as Crime scene established at boat ramp
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