Please attribute to Detective Inspector Mike Foster:
A body located at a Te Haroto property last week has been formally identified as missing Napier man Alex Latimer.
The post-mortem and investigation into the circumstances surrounding Mr Latimer’s death continue.
Police are providing assistance to his family.
Anyone who may have seen a white 2000 Toyota Corolla hatchback, registration ZE8110, between Te Haroto and Omaranui Road in Napier, on Sunday 30 September or Monday 1 October is urged to call Police on (06) 831 0955.
Information can also be provided anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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Issued by Police Media Centre