Police investigating ‘unexplained’ death of teen in Hamilton

Police say the death of a teenager in Hamilton overnight is being treated as unexplained.

Emergency services were called to a Forest Lake address shortly before 12.30am after reports a 19-year-old woman was in an unresponsive state.

“On arrival, medical staff confirmed she had sadly died,” Detective Senior Sergeant Kristine Clarke said.

“Police are speaking with those present at the address at the time, and completing further scene and area inquiries, to help determine what took place.

“The death is currently being treated as unexplained.”

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