Police are now able to name the 21-year-old hunter who died on Sunday in Ruatiti near Raetihi while out hunting with friends.
He was Aircraftman Joshua Hunter Hill of Ohakea.
Sergeant Mike Craig of Ohakune Police says initial investigations have been completed and Police will be working with Mr Hill's family and colleagues to provide the appropriate support.
A post mortem has been completed and Police are continuing to investigate the incident.
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Police media contact: Jillian Reid, PNHQ Public Affairs, ph 04 474 8856