Police are continuing to make enquiries following the death of Layk Scowen, aged 18, who died in Hokitika on Friday 11 November.
¡°We are aware that there is a significant interest in this matter locally, and a lot of speculation in the community regarding the circumstances leading to Layk¡¯s death,¡± says Detective Senior Sergeant Kirsten Norton.
¡°The cause of death is a matter for the Coroner to determine, so that is not something Police can comment on.
¡°However I can confirm that there is not believed to be any risk to the wider community from any factors potentially involved in Layk¡¯s death.¡±
Police are continuing to provide support to Layk¡¯s family, as well as a number of young people who were with him when he died.
¡°This has been an incredibly traumatic time for everyone involved. On behalf of Layk¡¯s family and friends, I would like to urge media to respect their privacy as they grieve and come to terms with this tragic situation.¡±
The Coroner will investigate the circumstances of the death and will release a finding in due course.
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