Woman's death under investigation

Police in Whanganui are investigating the death of a woman which is believed to be drug-related.

Sanchia Wilson (33) who had recently moved to Whanganui from Hamilton, was taken to hospital by ambulance on Wednesday (28 March) after falling unconscious at a house in Whanganui. She was a visitor to the house and there was a small group of people at the address socialising. It was a member of that group who raised the alarm.

Miss Wilson was taken initially to Whanganui Hospital in a critical condition but she was transferred to Wellington Hospital on Saturday (31 March) and she died there yesterday afternoon. A post mortem will be carried out today to establish the cause of her death.

Since Wednesday Police have been making a number of enquiries and as a result they have arrested and charged two men with supplying a Class B drug.

The men, aged 57 and 35 from Whanganui will appear Whanganui District Court this afternoon.

The occupants of the house have assisted police with the investigation.

Anyone with information relevant to this investigation is asked to contact Whanganui Police on 06 349 0600. Alternatively information can be provided anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.