New Zealand

Area cordoned off after sudden death in Wellington

20:41 pm on 11 January 2019

Police are at the scene of what they describe as a sudden death outside the Coastguard building in the Wellington suburb of Hataitai.

At least five people wearing white suits are inspecting a vehicle parked off Evans Bay Parade.

Seven police vehicles are at the scene and the area has been cordoned off.

Police say the death is not suspicious and has been referred to the coroner.