Diver located deceased, Mana Island

A person has died this afternoon while diving near Mana Island, Porirua.

Emergency services were called about 3.05pm, after a diver failed to surface.

The person was unable to be revived.

Police are working to support the diver's family.

The death will be referred to the Coroner.

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