Puriri Street cordoned off after reports of gunshots.
Puriri Street cordoned off after reports of gunshots.
A man has been shot dead in Whanganui.
Detective Inspector Ross McKay said police have started a homicide investigation in Whanganui after a fatal shooting incident in Puriri Street, Castlecliff, this morning about 9.40am.
The offenders remain outstanding, however it was believed those involved were known to each other andwere known to police, he said.
McKay said additional staff have been sent to Whanganui to assist.
"As inquiries are ongoing, and in response to this incident, the Whanganui community will notice an increased police presence.
"There is no immediate cause for concern to the general public."
Officers at the scene in Puriri St.
A St John spokeswoman said two ambulances were called to a property at 9.43am but no transport to hospital was required. She referred any other queries to police.
A member of the public said she saw a body under a pink sheet.
