As stated by Detective Senior Sergeant Mike Hayward, Counties Manukau West CIB:
At around 9pm last night reports were received that a property on Tamaki Ave, Ōtāhuhu was on fire.
Police and Fire and Emergency New Zealand attended the scene with an investigation now underway.
At this stage we can advise that one person was located deceased inside the property.
Police are working to establish what has occurred and will remain on scene.
Anyone with information can contact Police online or call 105 using the reference number 260305/4989.
Information can also be reported anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
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