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Human remains located near Ōpōtiki

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An investigation is under way following the discovery of human remains at a beach in Waihau Bay, Ōpōtiki earlier today.

Police were notified at around 11:50am today.

The remains have been identified as human, and enquiries will determine how old these remains are. This will be followed by a formal identification process, which may take some time.

Anyone with information that could assist Police is urged to make a report via 105, either over the phone or online. Please quote the event number P063420839.

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