Photo: Robin Martin
A man has been charged with murder after a death in the New Plymouth CBD.
Emergency services were alerted to a fight on St Aubyn Street shortly before 7pm on Wednesday and found a man with critical injuries.
CPR was performed but he died at the scene.
The police said two people were arrested.
Photo: Robin Martin
One of them, a 44-year-old man, has been charged with murder and is due to appear today in the New Plymouth District Court, while the other person was released without charge.
A blue police gazebo is set up beside beside the railway line at the Len Lyne Wind Wand sculpture on the Coastal Walkway.
The police said a scene guard has been in place overnight, and cordons will remain in place today while a scene examination is carried out.
Photo: Robin Martin
Meanwhile, part of St Aubyn Street remains closed this morning, and motorists should avoid the area if possible, or expect delays.
Police would like to hear from anyone who might have witnessed this incident unfolding, or who has information about those involved.
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