Body found in search for missing kayaker

Police searching for missing kayaker Jack Skellett located a body in Wellington Harbour this evening.

While formal identification is yet to take place, it is believed to be that of the missing 23-year-old.

Police's thoughts and deepest sympathies go out to his family, who have requested privacy at this difficult time.

The matter will be referred to the Coroner.

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