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New Zealand police launch criminal probe into volcano deaths

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AFP Wellington

New Zealand police on Tuesday announced a criminal investigation into how an eruption at the White Island volcano led to an estimated 13 deaths.

"I can confirm now that we will commence a criminal investigation into the circumstances of the death and injuries on White Island," deputy commissioner John Tims told reporters in the wake of Monday's disaster.

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First Published: Dec 10 2019 | 9:50 AM IST

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