Source: Radio New Zealand
The man died at the Auckland District Custody Unit this morning. File photo. RNZ / Angus Dreaver
An Auckland man has died after being arrested by police in the Auckland suburb of Mt Roskill this morning.
Acting Auckland City District Commander Inspector Grant Tetzlaff said a critical incident investigation was now underway after the man’s death in custody.
The man was arrested shortly before 10am this morning on Morrie Laing Avenue, after officers responded to several reports of “a disorder”.
He was arrested without incident and taken to the Auckland District Custody Unit, where he collapsed.
An ambulance was called and first aid was given to the man, but he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Tetzlaff said next of kin had been informed. He said support had been provided to the family, as well as police staff who had been involved.
“Several investigations will now get underway, including the critical incident investigation, which will examine the course of events this morning.
“As part of this process police have notified the Independent Police Conduct Authority.
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