Body found next to boat in Waitematā Harbour

A body has been found floating in Auckland’s Waitematā Harbour next to a dinghy overnight.

Police say the person was discovered in the water between Beach Haven and Herald Island in the upper harbour around 8pm by a member of the public.

The body was found next to a fishing dinghy.

Earlier, police released information including two sets of car keys found on the man that may help identify him.

He has since been identified, however, police said they were not in a position to release his name.

A spokesperson said keys to Volkswagen and Honda vehicles were located on the person in the water.