A homicide inquiry has been launched after the victim of a serious assault in Lower Hutt died.
Police were called to the scene at Knights Road carpark on Tuesday morning where a 55-year-old man was taken to hospital with serious injuries, but he passed away last night.
A 23-year old man was arrested at the scene, and is appearing in Hutt Valley District Court today where he is likely to face further charges.
Police said the family of the victim were devastated, and asked for witnesses to come forward.