Wellington Police continue to investigate the incident that occurred at about 9.50 am yesterday at a residential address in Mahora Street, Kilbirnie, Wellington.
Officer in Charge of the Wellington Area CIB, Detective Senior Sergeant Warwick McKee, says Police continue to speak to a number of persons and conduct inquiries relating to the matter.
“I can now confirm that my team are working on a homicide investigation," Mr McKee says.
“Sadly, the victim in this matter died in the early hours of this morning at Wellington Hospital. We will continue to provide his family and friends with support through this difficult period."
“I can also confirm that a 49 year old man has been arrested and charged with murder in relation to this matter. He will appear in the Wellington District Court this morning."
"A number of people have come forward with information, however we would still like to hear from anyone who saw a man walking along Mahora street with no shirt on, heading towards the Coutts street area, at around 9.50am yesterday morning."
Any members of the public with any information should contact the Wellington Police on 04 381 2000 or phone Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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Warwick McKee
Detective Senior Sergeant
Wellington CIB