Wednesday, 26 October 2022 - 5:49pm |
Waikato

Name release of man found in Waikato River

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The Coroner has authorised Police to release the name of the man found deceased in the Waikato River at Ng¨¡ruaw¨¡hia on 13 October.

He was Phillip Tawera, 59, of Hamilton.

The Coroner is investigating the circumstances of his death and will release a finding in due course.

This is a tragic outcome and our thoughts are with Mr Tawera's family and friends at this time.

ENDS