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Police investigating the homicide of a Rotorua man are urging residents near where he died to check their properties for items the offender may have left behind.
Nicholas Patrick Mitchell, 37, was found dead in a vehicle on Ford Road in the city shortly before 8:30pm on Friday.
Police said inquiries suggest his injuries are not consistent with a crash.
Senior Sergeant Mark Van Kempen is asking residents around Ford Road to check their properties for possible evidence.
He said it's possible the offender discarded clothing, weapons or other items while fleeing the scene.
Police are following a number of leads.