A homicide investigation has been launched by police after a baby girl died of what is believed to be non-accidental injuries in Kaitaia on Tuesday.
“Police will thoroughly investigate the matter and use resources from across the Northland District to ensure we have a thorough understanding of the circumstances surrounding the incident," said Acting Detective Inspector Lloyd Schmid.
“At this point, it is early days into the investigation," he added. "However, police have been speaking with a number of people as part of our inquiries.”
A scene examination is being carried out at an address in Kaitaia and police say their inquiries are ongoing.
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