Gisborne Police have begun a homicide investigation after a man died early this morning from severe injuries.
Authorities were alerted around 4:20 a.m. when the man was brought to Gisborne Hospital by ambulance, where he tragically succumbed to his injuries shortly afterward.
Preliminary inquiries suggest that the injuries were inflicted at a residence on Tolerton Avenue in the Elgin area of Gisborne.
Police have established a scene guard at the address, with a heightened presence expected throughout the day as forensic examinations proceed.
Police are urging anyone with information to come forward, either online or by calling 105, referencing file number 241028/4688.
Anonymous tips can also be provided through Crime Stoppers at 0800 555 111.
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We’ll have to start calling the North Island – Aotearoa
Stalin’s Island
Which was apparently once underwater until some Maori fished it out
Being part of Lemuria or the Land of Mu