Diver's body located after going missing off Wairarapa coast

Riversdale Beach in Wairarapa. Photo credit: Google.

Emergency services have found the body of a man who went missing off the Wairarapa coast on Thursday.

A police spokesperson said on Friday the man had been snorkelling near Riversdale Beach on Thursday afternoon.

The diver was reported missing later that evening, sparking a wide search of the area.

Police, Police's Search & Rescue, Surf Life Saving, Wairarapa Helicopters, and Westpac Rescue Helicopter all helped with the search.

A police spokesperson thanked members of the public who also assisted.

"Police extend our condolences to their family and friends at this difficult time."

The coroner will investigate the man's death.

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