Police find body believed to be missing Lake Manapouri hunter

Police believe they have found the body of a hunter who failed to return from a trip near Lake Manapouri.

At 6.15pm on Monday, a Search and Rescue team discovered a body believed to be the hunter.

Police were called after the man did not return from a hunting trip near Supply Bay Rd at 2pm.

“Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones at this difficult time.

“They are being offered support.

Police thanked Fiordland Land Search and Rescue volunteers and members of the public who helped search for the man.

The death has been referred to the Coroner.