21 Aug 2023

Homicide investigation launched over man's death in Palmerston North

10:25 am on 21 August 2023
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Police were called to reports of an assault on Monday morning. Photo: RNZ / Richard Tindiller

A man found with injuries consistent with stab wounds has died in Palmerston North.

Police said they were called to reports of an assault at a home in Roslyn about 4.15am on Monday.

The man had critical injuries and was taken to hospital, where he died.

Police have begun a homicide investigation.

Manawatū Area Commander Inspector Ross Grantham was confident it was not connected to any recent gang activity.