Police have launched a homicide investigation after a woman's body was found in Invercargill on Sunday.
Police were called to the North Road, Waikiwi address around 11:00am after receiving a "report of concern". When officers arrived they found the woman dead.
"Police are speaking with a number of witnesses and a scene guard is in place at the North Road address while examinations are undertaken," says Southland Area Commander Inspector Mike Bowman.
"Officers would like to speak to anyone who may have seen any unusual activity or suspicious vehicles in the Fosbender Park and Oreti River areas near Dunns Road between approximately 3:30am and 9am today."
Support is being provided to the woman's family.
Anyone who has information that can help the investigation is asked to call 105, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Examinations are continuing at the scene. Police say further information will be released when possible.
