Police have launched an investigation into an "unexplained" sudden death in Auckland's Mount Wellington this afternoon.
Detective Senior Sergeant Greg Brand said officers arrived at a residential building on Lynton Rd just before 2pm, where it was reported a man had suffered injuries.
"On arrival, the man has been located deceased," he said.
"At this very early stage, police are treating the circumstances as unexplained.
"An investigation is now underway to understand exactly what has led to this man's death."
A woman at the address is being spoken to.
Brand said a scene examination will be carried out, along with a post-mortem at a later stage.
"There will be an increased presence of police in the area as our investigation gets underway."
Anyone with information is asked to contact police by calling 105. Information can also be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers.
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