Post-mortem examination after unexplained Wellington death
Police enquiries are ongoing.
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RNZ / REECE BAKER
The police's investigation into an
unexplained death
in the Wellington suburb of Newtown is continuing, with a post-mortem currently taking place.
At around 7.15pm on Saturday police were called to a property on Mansfield Street.
"Police's enquiries are underway to determine the full circumstances of the incident," a spokesperson said.
"A scene examination is due to conclude today, and the post-mortem is currently taking place," they said.
Members of the Newtown community can expect an increased police presence in the area while their enquiries are ongoing.
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