Homicide investigation launched after man dies in Mangapapa

Tuesday 26 August 2025 · 4 outlets · 4 reports · updated Tue 26 Aug 2025, 6:08pm

Police have launched a homicide investigation following the death of a man at a Winter Street home in Mangapapa. Officers were called to the property around 6.50am Tuesday following reports of a disturbance. Police say there is no ongoing risk to the public.

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1. StuffTue 26 Aug 2025, 5:44pm

   Police launch homicide investigation after man dies in Mangapapa (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldTue 26 Aug 2025, 5:44pm

   Gisborne homicide probe after man’s death in Mangapapa (opens in new tab)

3. RNZTue 26 Aug 2025, 5:58pm

   Homicide investigation launched into Mangapapa death (opens in new tab)

4. 1NewsTue 26 Aug 2025, 6:08pm

   Homicide inquiry launched after man's death in Gisborne (opens in new tab)