Man found dead during police incident in Highbury

Monday 3 August 2026 · 3 outlets · 4 reports · updated Mon 3 Aug, 1:11pm

Police are investigating after a man was found unresponsive at a property on Wilson Crescent in Highbury, Palmerston North. Emergency services arrived around 11.30am, but first aid was unsuccessful. Officers have cordoned off the street and advised the public to avoid the area.

How they headlined it

1:06pm

1. StuffMon 3 Aug, 1:06pm

   Police lock down Palmerston North street as incident unfolds (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldMon 3 Aug, 1:10pm

   Police cordon in Highbury, Palmerston North, after incident (opens in new tab)

3. 1NewsMon 3 Aug, 1:11pm

   Police responding to incident in Palmerston North (opens in new tab)

   • Man found dead on Palmerston North property (opens in new tab) Mon 3 Aug, 1:11pm