A man has died after being stabbed multiple times in an altercation overnight in Kaitaia.

The 29-year-old died as a result of the stab wounds about 2am.

Police said despite receiving medical attention at the scene and in hospital he was unable to be saved.

A 30-year-old man has been arrested in relation to the incident and was due to appear in Kaitaia District Court this morning.

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