Police investigate unexplained death of a man in Dunedin

Police are investigating the unexplained death of a man found unresponsive on Leckhampton Court in Dunedin on Wednesday night. Emergency services were called to the scene in Clyde Hill or Maryhill at approximately 11pm. Despite attempts to revive him, the man was pronounced dead a short time later.

Roderick Woods, a friend of the deceased, reported finding the man lying on the street and calling 111.

and holding a piece of wood. He noted the man had blood on his face, though the extent of the injuries was unknown.

A scene examination was conducted on Thursday, during which forensic staff photographed and bagged two jackets found near the body. Leckhampton Court was closed between South Road and St Helliers Court for much of the day but was reopened by Thursday evening.

Police are appealing for anyone who witnessed unusual or suspicious activity on Leckhampton Court between 10.30pm and 11pm on Wednesday to come forward. Investigators are also seeking dashcam or CCTV footage from that period.

How it developed

• Thu 1 Oct, 5:13pmPolice confirmed the scene examination was complete and all cordons had been removed by Thursday evening.

Where reports differ

• Reports differ on the specific time window police are interested in, with some citing 10.30pm to 11pm and others citing 8pm to 11pm.
• The location is variously described as Clyde Hill or Maryhill.

Compiled from reports by Stuff, NZ Herald, 1News, The Press and RNZ.