The cordons are still in place in Stanmore Road Christchurch as police continue the scene examination.
DSS Dave Long says that the body will probably be taken out later this afternoon and the cordoned area reduced.
Residents wanting in and out of the cordoned area should talk with cordon guards to assist them, he says.
"We do appreciate the patience of the local people who live in the area," he says. "Drivers from other areas should plan their route to avoid the area until the road is open again."
An AOS call out in McGregors Road, Bexley, earlier today was to assist inquiry staff, Dave Long says.
"The occupants of an address there were of interest to the inquiry. A number of people are assisting the inquiry with establishing the background of the victim."