Ōtāhuhu homicide: Police detain man, investigation into death of man ongoing

Police are speaking with a man in connection with a homicide after another man was found critically injured at a South Auckland property, and subsequently died in hospital.

Inquiries began after a callout to Beatty St in Ōtāhuhu at 8.30pm on Sunday, after a man was seriously injured. He died overnight.

Counties Manukau CIB Detective Inspector Karen Bright said the investigation team took a man into custody this afternoon.

“We are currently speaking to the 31-year-old as part of our inquiries.

“This is positive progress in our investigation and at this point we are not seeking anyone else.”

She said they anticipated confirmation of charging decisions tomorrow morning.

“Other aspects of our inquiry will continue, with a scene examination and a post-mortem examination to be carried out,” Bright said.

Police investigate after a serious assault in Ōtāhuhu overnight. Photo / Hayden Woodward

Police were still guarding the Ōtāhuhu home this morning.

A scene examination was under way at the property and Bright said there would be an increased police presence in the area while the investigation continued.

Police asked anyone with information to contact them via 105, using the file number 250629/6502 and quoting “Operation Tell”.

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