Body found in Half Moon Bay: Auckland police increase presence in area

Police have found a body at a property in Auckland’s Half Moon Bay and are in the early stages of investigating.

Officers were earlier speaking to someone at a property on Casuarina Rd.

A police scene guard would remain at the property overnight and a scene examination was due to begin tomorrow morning.

“Police are currently at the scene and working to establish exactly what has occurred,” Detective Inspector Tolifau Faamanuia said.

Casuarina Rd is closed between Liam and Medina Places.

Officers were speaking to someone at a property on Casuarina Rd after a body was found there. Photo / Dean Purcell

He said there would be a large police presence in the area while the incident was investigated.

“Anyone who may be able to assist police can contact us on 105, referencing job number P055051610.”