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Man found dead after falling into river near Wairere Falls, Waikato

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The man who went missing yesterday in water near Wairere Falls, northeast of Matamata, has been found dead.

Police, search and rescue staff found the man’s body late this afternoon.

“Our thoughts are with the man’s family at this very sad time. His death has been referred to the coroner,” police said.

Wairere Falls, Waikato. Photo / Gary Clare
Wairere Falls, Waikato. Photo / Gary Clare

Yesterday, a person walking the Wairere Falls track saw a man falling into the fast-moving river about 11.50am.

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Despite their efforts, they were unable to reach him.

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