New Zealand / Otago

Body found in Clutha River believed to be missing Alexandra man Wayne Hammond

22:38 pm on 17 November 2021

A body found in Central Otago's Clutha River 1.5km from the Roxburgh Dam is believed to be that of missing Alexandra man Wayne Hammond.

Wayne Hammond. Photo: Supplied

While the identity is yet to be confirmed, police believe it is the 50-year-old who has been missing since 1 November.

Alexandra police sergeant Derek Ealson said police extended their deepest sympathies to Hammond's loved ones.

Ealson thanked those involved in searching for Hammond since the start of the month.