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One confirmed dead in Onehunga house fire

Police can confirm one person has sadly died following a house fire in Onehunga on Friday morning.

Emergency services were called to a house fire on Trafalgar Street at around 7.20am.

“One person was unaccounted for and has since been located deceased. Police are working through formal identification procedures”, said Acting Detective Inspector Greg Brand.

“The cause of the fire remains unexplained, and Police are working closely with fire investigators.

“Members of the public are advised to avoid the area while emergency services continue to work at the scene.



“Anyone with information that can assist our enquiries is urged to contact Police on 105, referencing file number 260522/8479.”

Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.

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Source:NZ Police

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