Police responded to reports of the serious incident in Takanini around 12.40am. Video / Hayden Woodward
Auckland police are hunting a suspect after a “serious incident” in Takanini left a 57-year-old man dead.
Emergency services responded to Airfield Rd around 12.40am after receiving reports of disorder and fighting.
“On arrival, a 57-year-old man was located with critical injuries,” a police spokesperson said.
“First aid was immediatelyprovided; however, tragically, the man died a short time later.”
At the scene, around 3am, a police spokesperson said “one person has died, and we’re actively searching for the suspect - we have no persons in custody at this time”.
“Work is under way to establish the exact circumstances leading to the man’s injuries; however, initial inquiries indicate those involved in the incident were known to each other,” a police spokesperson said this morning.
“A scene guard is in place at the address and nearby residents can expect to see a continued police presence in the area today.”
Cordons in place on Airfield Rd as police search for a suspect. Photo / Hayden Woodward
A witness at the scene said armed officers were going door-to-door searching for the person of interest and the police eagle helicopter was called in to assist.
