A homicide investigation has been launched following the death of a man in Manurewa this morning.

Emergency services were called to a Mahia Road property just before 10am following a report of a person seriously injured.

Detective Inspector Shaun Vickers, Counties Manukau CIB, says upon arrival, a man was located in a critical condition but despite the best efforts from emergency services, he died at the scene.

“Police are continuing to gather information from the scene and there will be an increased Police presence in the area.

“A scene examination will continue throughout today as we work to understand the exact circumstances surrounding this tragic incident and who was involved.”

Detective Inspector Vickers says Police are working hard to identify and locate the person or persons responsible.

“Police would ask anyone who saw what happened, who has not yet spoken to us, to please get in touch.”

If you have any information that could assist the investigation, please make a report via 105, using the file number 250506/4011 and quote ‘Operation Gully’.

Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111 or www.crimestoppers-nz.org

Further information will be provided when we are in a position to do so.

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