Police have launched a homicide investigation after a man died shortly after being dropped off with serious injuries at a Northland hospital last night.

Officers were called to Kaitaia Hospital about 11.40pm, after a seriously injured man was dropped off in a vehicle.

Sadly, he died a short time later, Detective Inspector Rhys Johnson said.

Police are making enquiries to determine the circumstances around the man’s death and are examining a number of relevant scenes.

“The investigation is in its early stages and we working to locate people who may be able to assist with our enquiries.”

Further information will be released when it becomes available.

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