Body found in vehicle in Christchurch

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Police in Christchurch discovered a body in a vehicle early today.

A police spokesperson said officers were called to Northcroft St, Hoon Hay, about 2am.

The driver of the vehicle was found dead.

The death is not being treated as suspicious and the person may have suffered a medical event, police said.

The death will be referred to the coroner.

It is believed the deceased was a woman.