Northland Police are continuing to investigate the tragic death of a 3-year-old girl in Kaikohe on Wednesday evening.
Police attended an address on Taraire Street where the girl was initially located unresponsive.
"A scene examination has taken place today and will continue into tomorrow," Detective Inspector Rhys Johnston, of Northland CIB, says.
"These are always difficult investigations, for the whānau, community and the police themselves."
At this stage the circumstances are still unexplained. A post-mortem was conducted today and Police are waiting on the results.
"The investigators are determined to uncover the full facts and have a team of 20 working on the case," Detective Inspector Johnston says.
"The enquiry team is supported by staff who've arrived from other districts given a number of serious matters being investigated."
Investigations into the little girl's death will continue across the weekend.
