Man found on Orewa Beach identified

Police have identified the man found yesterday morning on Orewa Beach.

The 31 year-old Japanese man was found by a member of the public just after 7.30am yesterday morning.    The man's family have been informed and Police are offering them every assistance.    Enquiries into the circumstances are ongoing, however at this stage it appears likely that the death will be referred to the Coroner.    ENDS   Beth Bates/Waitemata Police