Auckland Police say a homicide investigation is under way in Mt Wellington, after a man arrived at a medical centre with injuries this Friday afternoon.
At around 12.15pm on December 5, police say a man arrived at a medical centre on Lunn Avenue with critical injuries.
Detective inspector Scott Beard, of Auckland City CIB, says police were contacted and units responded to the area, including the police Eagle helicopter.
“After arriving at the medical centre, the man was transported to Auckland City Hospital in a critical condition.
“Despite best efforts, the man has died in hospital this afternoon.”
A homicide investigation is being commenced, says Beard, and police have cordoned off two scenes in the area.
“At this early stage, we have established the victim got into an altercation with occupants of a hatchback vehicle on Harris Road in Mt Wellington earlier this afternoon.
“During this altercation the victim has sustained stabbing injuries, before both parties left the scene.
“The victim later presented at the medical centre with his injuries.”
Police say they have located the vehicle believed to be involved in the earlier incident, on Laud Avenue in Ellerslie.
Scene examinations are being carried out at both locations as part of the investigation.
“We’re working to establish those involved in this afternoon’s events and why this has occurred,” Beard says.
“Police have been speaking with people as part of early enquiries, including residents around the two scenes we have cordoned off.
“Mt Wellington residents will continue to see an increased police presence across the area over the coming days in response to what has occurred.”
Police say they would like to hear from anyone who has witnessed the incident this Friday afternoon in Mt Wellington.
“Anyone who might have dashcam or other CCTV footage should also come forward.”
If people can assist police, they can update them online or call 105 using the case reference number 251205/6107.
Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on free phone 0800 555 111.
