A homicide investigation has been launched after a man died following a shooting in Naenae, Lower Hutt this afternoon.
Emergency services were called to Seddon St around 3.20pm today, where a man was found critically injured in the street, Inspector Simon De Wit said.
“Tragically despite the efforts of emergency services staff he died a short time later.”
Cordons are in place on Seddon St and residents can expect to see a large police presence as a scene examination is carried out this evening.
“We know this incident will have caused great concern for nearby residents and the wider Naenae community, and we will have an increased presence in the area in the coming days to provide reassurance.
“We would like to hear from anyone who has information which could help our investigation, who has not yet spoken to officers.”
Anyone with information has been urged to contact police on 105 or anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
