Source: New Zealand Police (District News)
Police can confirm a man has died at Whangamata this evening.
Emergency services responded to a report of a man missing in the water, near the estuary, shortly after 6pm.
A rescue helicopter located the man, but sadly he was unable to be revived.
Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones.
The death will be referred to the Coroner.
ENDS
Issued by Police Media Centre
