Police launch homicide investigation over man's death in Palmerston North

Police said they were called to reports of an assault at a home in Roslyn.
Police said they were called to reports of an assault at a home in Roslyn. Photo credit: Image - Getty Images

By RNZ

A man found with injuries consistent with stab wounds has died in Palmerston North.

Police said they were called to reports of an assault at a home in Roslyn about 4.15am on Monday.

The man had critical injuries and was taken to hospital, where he died.

Police have begun a homicide investigation.

Manawatū Area Commander Inspector Ross Grantham was confident it was not connected to any recent gang activity.