Source: Radio New Zealand
Police are continuing to appeal to the public for information as they investigate the “water-related” death of a five-year-old boy in Napier.
The boy went missing around the Westshore area on Thursday, 5 February, between 6pm and 8.30pm.
He was found dead in the water off the Esplanade at Westshore, at around 1.30am on Friday, 6 February.
Police said they want to hear from anyone who saw an unattended child.
“We are particularly seeking a group of four people, who were riding bikes and walking, near the corner of Fenwick Street and Fergusson Avenue at approximately 7.30pm,” Detective Sergeant Kate Hyde said.
“If this was you, or if you have any information that could assist us in our investigation, please contact us online at 105.police.govt.nz, or call 105, and use the reference number 260206/9567.”
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