Wellington Police investigating unexplained Newtown death

Members of the public may see an increased police presence in Newtown as police investigate the unexplained death.

Police are investigating a death at an address in the Wellington suburb of Newtown yesterday.

Police said an incident was reported to emergency services at 7.15pm on Saturday.

“At this stage, the circumstances around the death are being treated as unexplained.

“Police are making inquiries into the matter.”

A scene guard was in place overnight and a scene examination is due to take place today.

Members of the public may see an increased police presence in the area while inquiries are ongoing.