"The vehicle and the victim were removed this afternoon following completionof a scene examination and the vehicle will be subject to further investigation. Police confirmed this morning a body was found inside the silver Mazda and said a scene examination was under way. A blue forensic tent was erected over the car last night and a detailed investigation and scene examination had started. Cordons were earlier in place at Chapel Rd and Ormiston Rd, and Stancombe Rd and Chapel Rd. "The scene is in lockdown, with police media confirming a scene examination will be carried out [on Sunday]."

Source: New Zealand Herald March 07, 2021 05:48 UTC