Police investigating the death of a man at a motel complex in Taupō are appealing for sightings of a silver sedan and its occupants.
A vehicle of interest to the police was seen near the Adelphi Motel in Taupō last Sunday. Photo: Google Maps
Operation Dell was launched following the death of 30-year-old Ryan Woodford at the Adelphi Motel last Sunday.
Other motel residents came to Woodford's aid and alerted emergency services but he died around 6.30am that day.
The acting area manager, investigations, of Taupō CIB, Detective Sergeant Andy Livingstone said a silver sedan was seen in the area at the time and police are keen for more information.
The car was seen travelling down Kaimanawa Street from the direction of Tamamutu Street.
A team of investigators is still interviewing witnesses to the incident to piece together what occurred, Livingstone said.
Police are following strong lines of enquiry and will maintain a strong presence in the town while the inquiry continues.
Anyone with any information or sightings of the vehicle should contact Taupō Police Station and ask to speak with the Operation Dell enquiry team.
Information can also be provided to police on 105, or to Crime Stoppers anonymously.