A homicide investigation has been launched following the death of a man in Gisborne this morning.
Police were called to an address on Winter St in Mangapapa around 6.50am to a report of disturbance coming from the home, Inspector Danny Kirk said.
Officers arrived at the scene where they found a man unresponsive.
First aid was immediately carried out, but he died at the scene.
“Police are undertaking several enquiries to determine the circumstances of the death,” Kirk said.
A cordon would remain at the scene overnight for a scene examination on Wednesday morning.
“Police are speaking with several people in connection to the incident and are satisfied that there is no ongoing risk to the public.”
A post-mortem examination would be carried out tomorrow.
Police and Victim Support Services were providing support to the victim’s whānau.