Counties Manukau Police have launched a Homicide Investigation following the death of a 42-year-old man whose body was found at a Takanini address.
A 39-year-old man called Police yesterday afternoon and has been charged with assault but further charges are likely.
The Investigation continues this morning, with a forensic examination to be carried out at two addresses.
A post mortem will be carried out later today.
Police are not seeking anyone else in relation to the matter.
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Issued by Shelley Nahr / Counties Manukau Media Manager
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