As stated by Detective Senior Sergeant Simon Harrison:
Whanganui Police has launched a homicide enquiry following the discovery of a body on Lee Street, Whanganui on Thursday 3 October.
The body of a woman was found by Police officers conducting enquiries in relation to a missing person investigation at about 11:20am.
A scene examination is underway.
Police expect to give an update later next week as the investigation progresses.
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