Police confirm name of young mother of five found dead in Methven

The property where Hollie-Jayne Kereru died borders the Our Lady of the Snows School and Our Lady of the Snows Church. Photo / NZ Herald

Police have confirmed the name of the young mother of five who died in Methven.

Hollie-Jayne Kereru, 33, died on Saturday.

Emergency services were first called to a house on Main St about 9.30am.

Twelve hours later police released a statement saying Kereru's death was "unexplained".

A candlelight vigil was held last night for the young mum.

Inspector Dave Gaskin, Mid-South Canterbury Area Commander, said police were continuing with inquiries but were not looking for anyone in connection with Kereru's death.

The death has been referred to the coroner.

The Herald can confirm that Kereru's husband Joshua is facing criminal charges but the charges do not relate to his wife's death.

Joshua Kereru was due to appear in court yesterday for possession of a needle or syringe and assaulting police.

He did not appear and was granted a registrar's remand until October 30.

The scene examination was expected to finish today.