In order for Police to manage the growing response from people wanting to discuss their experiences at Gloriavale a free calling number has now been set up.
Anyone who wants to discuss their experiences while living within the community should now call 0800 400 800.
Tasman Police District Commander Superintendent Karyn Malthus said the free calling number would make it easy for people in various parts of the country to contact Police directly involved in the investigation.
She said calls to the 0800 number would be answered by Tasman District Police who are trained to deal with sensitive issues.
“We will collate any information within our District from where we will determine what, if any, further steps may be required,” Superintendent Malthus said.
Superintendent Malthus said in order to protect the privacy and welfare of those people raising concerns, operational matters in relation to the investigation and specific matters raised with Police would not be made available to the media.
“Our priority is gathering information and doing a thorough investigation and to do that we do wish to hear from ex residents, residents or anyone that thinks they may information that will assist,” she said.
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Media note: The 0800 number is not available for media calls. All media queries should be made to the Tasman Police Communications Manager.