Man found with stab wounds in Greymouth dies in hospital

Police do not believe there was any risk to the public following a fatal stabbing in Greymouth. Photo / File

A man has died after being found with stab wounds in Greymouth in the early hours of this morning.

The 41-year-old man was found with critical injuries on Cowper St about 2am, and died shortly after in Grey Base Hospital.

West Coast area commander Inspector Mel Aitken said a 17-year-old man was helping police with their inquiries into the death.

"I am confident there is no risk to our community as a result of swift actions of our staff and assistance from the public," Aitken said.

"We would like to speak to anybody that may have witnessed a late 1990 red Toyota Corolla travelling in the Greymouth township in the early hours of Monday morning."

Police were also looking to speak to anybody that could have witnessed a male dressed in dark clothing walking on Sids Rd, near Coal Creek.

No charges had been laid and police were notifying next of kin.

Anybody with further information could contact Greymouth Police on 03 768 1600.

Information could also be supplied anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.