A man has died at a motor camp in Whangarei after apparently being stabbed.
Police say he arrived at the Otaika Motor Camp with critical chest injuries at about 12:30am on Sunday.
"Despite efforts to revive him, he died at the scene," said Det Insp Dene Begbie.
A homicide investigation has been launched. A post-mortem will be carried out to find out the exact cause of death.
A forensic scene examination is underway.
Police would like to hear from anyone who might have information on what led to the man's death - phone Whangarei police on (09) 430 4500 or Crimestoppers 0800 555 111.
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