18 Jul 2024

Homicide probe launched into woman's death in Palmerston North

9:17 am on 18 July 2024
Auckland, New Zealand - December 24, 2020: Close up of a New Zealand police officer's uniform and badge

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A homicide probe has been launched after the death of a woman in Palmerston North

Police in Palmerston North are investigating a homicide, following the death of a woman at a house in overnight.

Detective Senior Sergeant Michael Deegan said emergency services received reports of a person being seriously injured at an address on Featherston Street in Roslyn just after midnight on Thursday.

He said the victim received medical attention but died at the scene.

"This will be a shock to many in our city, however we do not believe there is a risk to the wider community," Deegan said.

Cordons were in place and a scene examination would happen over the next few days..