New Zealand

Hunter dies in fall on West Coast

07:57 am on 8 October 2016

A hunter has died in a fall on the West Coast.

The hunter fell near the Gunn Ridge track near Whataroa on the West Coast. Photo: Google Maps

The man and a companion were hunting near Whataroa when he slipped and fell on the Gunn Ridge track.

Police said his companion went for assistance.

A Search and Rescue team will head out today to recover the body.