28 Jan 2022

Man found unresponsive at Langs Beach in Waipu

9:34 pm on 28 January 2022

A man in his 70s has died after a water-related incident at a beach in Waipu, Northland.

Langs Beach.

Langs Beach. Photo: Google Maps

Police said emergency services were called shortly before 4.30pm to Langs Beach after the man was found unresponsive in the water.

He was unable to be resuscitated despite extensive efforts, police said.

They are making inquires in relation to the death on behalf of the coroner, who will release their findings in due course.