Tuesday, 16 June 2015 - 11:49am |
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Unexplained death in Oamaru - Update 3

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Police are continuing to investigate the unexplained death of Wayne John Ross who was found deceased at a commercial premise on Arun Street, Oamaru on Saturday 13 June 2015.

A post mortem was completed yesterday however the cause of death is still undetermined and Police will continue its investigation. Police aim to complete the scene examination of the premises today.

Police continue to ask members of the public who may have seen or had contact with Mr Ross after he left a Towey Street address at 7.00pm on Friday 12th June, until he was found by Police at 5.00pm on Saturday 13th June at  the Arun Street address, to make contact with the Oamaru Police.

Mr Ross was 178cm tall and of medium build.  He was wearing blue jeans and a two tone blue (dark/light) chequered jacket with a woolskin lining and collar.

Anyone with information can contact the Oamaru Police Station on (03) 433 1400.  Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously via the organisation Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. 

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Release by Detective Sergeant Rebecca Hill, Oamaru Police