A homicide investigation has been launched after a man died during an incident involving a group of people in Whangārei last night.
Police were called to reports of someone being injured at the Gull service station on Tauroa St, Raumanga, about 9.40pm.
The man, 25, died at the scene as a result of injuries from the incident, police said.
Police have confirmed the incident was gang-related and are now trying to locate a group of people who scattered from the scene.
A local shop worker told 1News he called the police after seeing "someone with a knife" and people running round acting "fishy".
He confirmed he was aware someone had died.
The man said his shop wasn't robbed but indicated it had been recently.
Officers are now attempting to establish the events that took place in the lead up to the death and identify others who were there.
Police would like to hear from anyone who has information which could assist with its inquiries and are appealing for any images or videos taken at the scene.
Anyone in the area of the Gull service station at around 9.30pm last night and have photos or videos which may be relevant can upload them here.
People can also call 105 and quote event number P054324036.
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