NZ police release name over Hawke's Bay fatality

Police can now confirm the name of the person who died in hospital on Thursday 16 February 2023, following Cyclone Gabrielle.

He was 65-year-old George Charles Luke.

Police's thoughts and condolences are with George's family and friends.

His death has been referred to the coroner.

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