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Missing man located dead in East Auckland

September 14, 2023

The body of a man reported missing in East Auckland this morning has been located.

He was found by search teams in Bucklands Beach earlier today.

A police spokesperson said they "extend [their] sympathies to his family and loved ones at this difficult time."

The man was last seen at 10am on Wednesday, saying he would be leaving his Mellons Bay home to go for a walk on the beach.

The matter will be referred to the coroner.

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