Police speaking with man after baby found dead in Ōtara

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Police are currently speaking to an unidentified man after a baby was found dead at a property in Ōtara, south Auckland.

Det Insp Warrick Adkin from Counties Manukau police told Newshub they are making inquiries into the unexplained death.

He said police were called to the address on Sandbrook Ave after 10am on Thursday, where the baby was found deceased.

A scene guard is currently in place and a scene examination will take place at the property.

Adkin said no further comment can be provided at this stage.