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Police say a body recovered from Arthur's Pass today was that of a lone male tramper.
Police southern communications Inspector Allen Weston said the man was reported missing this morning by friends or family.
His body was found this afternoon, he said.
"He has taken a fall and has died as a result of the injuries."
Mr Weston said the man's name would not be released until relatives had been informed.
- NZPA