Christchurch Police are conducting a scene examination following the discovery of a body in South Hagley Park this afternoon.
Police were called to the location, near Deans Avenue, at around 12.40pm today after a member of the public contacted Police.
The body, believed to be that of a male teenager, was found in an open, water-filled drain.
Police say it is too early to determine whether the circumstances are suspicious.
The site has been cordoned off and a full forensic examination is now under way.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Christchurch police on (03) 3637400.
Alternatively, to provide information anonymously contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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