Man dies in Southland incident

A man has been found dead after emergency services were called to reports of someone in difficulty in Southland.

A police spokesperson said emergency services were called to the Hokonui Hills, near Mandeville Rd, about 8.10pm yesterday. 

The call related to a report of someone in difficulty.

The spokesperson said the person had died at the scene.

"His death will be referred to the Coroner."

 

 

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