Two dead in Buller region, police launch homicide investigation

A homicide investigation is underway after two people were found dead in Buller.In a statement to RNZ, Detective Inspector Geoff Baber said emergency services were called to a property on State Highway 7, Rahu Saddle about 7.50am on Tuesday following concerns for a person."Upon arrival, a person was located deceased at the property."Further enquiries were carried out and when visiting another address on Maimai Road, another person was located also deceased."Do you know more? Email sam.sherwood@rnz.co.nzBaber said police did not believe there was any risk to the public and were not seeking anyone else in relation to the incident."Members of the community may notice an increased Police presence while we continue to gather information to establish exactly what occurred."We acknowledge people will be understandably shaken following this incident. We are providing support to the loved ones of those who died and the wider community."