Homicide inquiry launched after woman's body discovered at Whanganui property

Police have launched a homicide inquiry after a woman's body was discovered at a Whanganui property on Thursday.

Police say the body was found on Lee Street on October 3 while they were searching a property over 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.