Police have publicly released photos of a backpack, and its contents, located with a man found dead on Horotane Valley Road in Heathcote Valley, Christchurch, on Friday, September 19.
They say they appreciate all those who have come forward with information so far and continue to follow lines of enquiry where they become available, but unfortunately the man remains unidentified.
Police have enlisted the help of international law-enforcement agency Interpol in an effort to solve the mystery.
“Police are hoping these images, paired with a description of the deceased, may be recognised by someone in the community,” Canterbury Police say.
“The man is thought to be in his 30’s or 40’s, with a distinctive birthmark on his left forearm.
“When located he was wearing a black long-sleeve woolen jersey, black trousers and grey tramping boots.
“If you have any information that could assist us in identifying this man, please contact police on 105 and quote file number 250919/7193.
“You can also report anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or www.crimestoppers-nz.org.”
