Gathering has tragic end

Police investigating the death of 23 year-old New Lynn man John Lia, who died at the roadside in Hillsborough after an altercation in the early hours of this morning, say he suffered some stab wounds as well as injuries from a physical assault.

A post-mortem examination has been completed but Police are unable to comment on the cause of death.

Mr Lia died on Nash Street but had earlier attended a small party at a property in Revel Ave, a short distance away from where he died. All the people who were at the party have been assisting Police with inquiries today.

Police were called to the scene at 1.30am. A forensic scene examination is underway in the area of interest and the Specialist Search Group is also combing the area for clues that might assist investigators.