Arrest in Lower Hutt death as homicide investigation begins

A minor has been arrested in relation to the death of a man in the Lower Hutt suburb of Wainuiomata.

Police were called to Wainuiomata Road on Thursday morning, after report of a man found unresponsive.

He was pronounced dead at the scene.

Detective Inspector Nick Pritchard said the death was initially treated as unexplained, but police are now investigating the matter as a homicide.

The young person, who was known to the man, has been charged with assault with a weapon.

Police are asking to hear from anyone who witnessed Thursday morning's events unfolding, or who might have information to share.