A body has been found inside of a van which crashed into the Kawarau River near Queenstown on Tuesday.
Motorists found debris on the side of State Highway 6 near the Victoria Flats Bridge about 6.40pm on Tuesday.
A van was later found partially submerged in the Kawarau River, about 30km from Queenstown.
Police said officers secured the vehicle by wire rope and a scene guard was in place overnight.
The van was recovered on Wednesday, and a dive squad was sent to search for any occupants.
Police said they had not yet formally identified the body and were carrying out further inquiries.
The Coroner has been notified.
RNZ
