Police can confirm that they have located Italian exchange student Eric Rigamonti safe and well early this afternoon.
Eric has managed to walk out of the rugged bush between Eastbourne and Wainuiomata onto Coast Road in Wainuiomata. He has then made his way to a local property where he has received support to contact his host family and Police.
Wellington Police would like to thank the search and rescue personnel for their efforts and the public for their assistance.
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For more information contact Kevin Sinnott on 021 192 2917.