Man facing murder charge after serious assault in Taupō

Police are examining the scene and interviewing witnesses in Taupō after a serious assault. Photo / Michael Craig

Police have released the name of a man who died after being assaulted on Arthur Crescent in Taupō last night.

He was George Christopher Cross, aged 37, from Taupō.

A 34-year-old man has been charged with Cross' murder.

Police said they were called to Arthur Cr just after 11pm yesterday.

A homicide investigation has been launched with police speaking to witnesses and examining the scene.

"A 34-year-old man has been arrested and charged with murder," police said.

"He will appear in the Rotorua District Court on Saturday April 3, 2021."