Homicide enquiry underway in Waikanae

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Source: New Zealand Police

Attributable to Detective Inspector Jamie Woods:

Police have launched a homicide enquiry after a man died in Waikanae yesterday.

Officers were called to Kakariki Grove about 3:15pm yesterday to reports of an altercation.

A male was located critically injured and, despite medical attention, died at the scene.

Two vehicles left the area, with one being stopped by Police a short time later and a male arrested. The second vehicle has also been located and the male driver also arrested.

Charges are being considered.

A scene guard remains in place at Kakariki Grove, and enquiries are ongoing to identify and locate others involved in the incident.

Residents can expect to see a Police presence in the area while these enquiries are ongoing.

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Issued by the Police Media Centre

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