Death of Waikato man John Wirihana Isaac no longer being treated as homicide

  • 08/02/2024
Members of the public found John Wirihana Isaac's body near the Ngāruawāhia Boat Ramp three weeks ago.
Members of the public found John Wirihana Isaac's body near the Ngāruawāhia Boat Ramp three weeks ago. Photo credit: Ngā Pirihimana o Aotearoa / New Zealand Police.\

The death of a Waikato man last month is no longer being treated as a homicide. 

John Wirihana Isaac's body was found near the Ngāruawāhia Boat Ramp on January 18, by members of the public.

Det Insp Darrell Harpur said after further investigations, his death is no longer believed to be suspicious.

"Our thoughts are with Mr Isaac’s friends and whānau during this difficult time."

A homicide investigation into Isaac's death was launched two days after his body was found. 

"Police would like to acknowledge the significant public support shown following the death of Mr Isaac and to thank everyone who has come forward with information during the course of the investigation," Harpur said. 

The coroner is investigating Isaac's death.