A man found dead in the middle of a Northland street yesterday has been formally identified by police.
He was Teina Pickering, 24, of Ruakākā.
His body will be returned to his family today.
A homicide investigation was launched after Pickering's body was found on Peter Snell Rd around 4am on October 12.
Whangārei CIB Detective Inspector Al Symonds said police are following positive lines of enquiry.
"We appreciate the public interest in this case however we still need to work through our investigation process," he said.
"Ruakākā locals can expect to see a continued police presence in the area in coming days."
Symonds earlier said investigators believe the incident is isolated and there is no danger to the public.
Anyone with information has been asked to contact police.
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