Tasman Police are in attendance at an unexplained death on Queen Elizabeth II Drive in Nelson.
A man’s body was found on a boat moored opposite the skate park at about 10.45am Thursday morning.
An investigation is under way and SH6 is currently closed from Trafalgar St to Atawhai Drive as part of the operation. Diversions are in place.
Anyone who may have seen any suspicious activity in the area overnight or this morning is asked to contact Nelson Police on 03 546 3895. Alternatively, information can be provided to CrimeStoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
No further information is available at this time.
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