A man has been charged with murder following the death of a woman in Auckland on Saturday morning.
Police said in a statement that emergency services were called at 8:25am after a member of the public came across the woman being allegedly assaulted by a man on Cockburn Street in Grey Lynn.
The woman was critically injured and died a short time after emergency services arrived, police said.
The man was located by police nearby and taken into custody.
"We have launched a homicide enquiry and can confirm the victim and alleged offender were known to each other," Detective Senior Sergeant Lisa Anderson said.
"While a charge has been filed, our investigation is in its early stages and we are not in a position to provide further detail at this time.
"Cordons remain in place in Cockburn Street while the forensic scene examination continues and we would like to thank the residents for their understanding."
Det Snr Sgt Anderson urged anyone with further information to come forward and speak to police.
"If you believe you may be able to help and have not yet spoken to us, please get in touch via 105 and quote file number 220629/5104."
The man is expected to appear in Auckland District Court on Monday.
