Police are speaking with a person in relation to a homicide investigation that was launched near Whanganui this morning after a man was shot.
Officers were called to a property on Makohine Lane in Ōhingaiti at 3.25am on Sunday after reports of gunshots.
A man was transported to Whanganui Hospital in a critical condition and later died.
Detective Inspector Craig Sheridan earlier said inquiries were ongoing at several addresses in the area today.
On Sunday afternoon, police said they were “speaking with a person in relation to the investigation”.
“Police also believe there is no ongoing risk to the public.”
Police said an update is expected tomorrow.
It’s the second homicide investigation announced by police today - a man died from gunshot wounds in Palmerston North after a shooting at 7.30pm yesterday.
Detective Sergeant Dave Wilson said a scene guard remained at the Roslyn property overnight and a scene examination will be completed today.