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Police investigating death of Hastings man

Police are investigating after a man died following an altercation in Hastings over the weekend.

Officers were called to a Mahora property shortly after 9:45am on Saturday to reports of an altercation between a group of males.

“During the altercation, one of the males has suffered a head injury after his head hit the ground”, said Acting Detective Inspector James Keene.

“He was taken to Wellington Hospital where he died from his injuries late on Sunday.

“Police are speaking with those involved and are interested to hear from anyone with further information.

“Anyone with information is urged to contact Police on 105, or anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111. Please quote file number 251011/1232.”

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