A homicide investigation has been launched and two arrested after a man died in Waikanae on the Kapiti Coast yesterday.
Officers were called to Kākāriki Grove about 3.15pm yesterday to reports of an altercation.
1News footage showed armed police investigating the scene on Kākāriki Grove. (Source: 1News)
Detective Inspector Jamie Woods said a man was found critically injured and died at the scene despite medical attention.
"Two vehicles left the area, with one being stopped by police a short time later and a male arrested. The second vehicle has also been located and the male driver also arrested," he said.
Charges were being considered.
A scene guard remained in place at Kākāriki Grove, and inquiries were ongoing to "identify and locate others involved in the incident".
Residents could expect to see a heightened police presence in the area.
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