A person was discovered deceased at the Onepoto boat sheds in Tītahi Bay late Friday afternoon, prompting a week-long rāhui and a police investigation.
Wellington District Police said they were called to the scene on Onepoto Road at around 4.15pm. Upon arrival, the individual was found unresponsive and confirmed deceased.
While an investigation is ongoing, police stated that the death is not being treated as suspicious at this stage. The case will be referred to the Coroner.
In response to the incident, Ngāti Toa Rangatira has placed a rāhui over the area, which will remain in effect until the evening of Friday 19 September. The rāhui is a customary restriction to support spiritual and environmental healing.
Authorities have not released the identity of the person.