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Body of a 40 year old man found in Hopper Street, Wellington

Body of a 40 year old man found in Hopper Street, Wellington

Wellington Police are investigating the death of a 40 year old man whose body was found in the carpark of the Arlington Apartments in Hopper Street around 1:20pm this afternoon.

Detective Senior Sergeant Donna Howard of the Wellington CIB says the death remains unexplained at this stage.

"A post-mortem examination will be carried out tomorrow. A scene examination and an area canvas is underway this afternoon."

Anyone in the area of the Arlington Apartments at 1:20pm this afternoon who has not already spoken to Police is asked to contact Wellington CIB on (04) 381 2000 or phone Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Police will not be releasing the man's name until all next of kin have been advised.

ENDS

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