Detective Inspector Geoff McCarthy:

One person is in custody and a homicide investigation has been launched following a serious incident in Kaitaia this afternoon.

Emergency services were called to the Okahu Road address about 12.35pm following a report of assault.

The victim was located at the address in critical condition, however despite emergency services best efforts, they sadly died at the scene.

Police have arrested a person a short time later, at a separate address, in relation to the incident and are not seeking anyone else at this stage.

Cordons are in place and a scene examination is due to take place tomorrow.

A 57-year-old woman is due to appear in Kaitaia District Court tomorrow, with charges to be confirmed.

Further information will be released when it becomes available.

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