Source: New Zealand Police
Police can now name the man who died following a water related incident at Hatea River, Whangārei on 5 September.
He was Ryan Henry Samson, 43, Whangārei.
Police extend our condolences to his whānau and friends during this difficult time.
His death has been referred to the Coroner.
ENDS.
Amanda Wieneke/NZ Police
Original source: https://nz.mil-osi.com/2026/09/15/name-release-hatea-river-whangarei/