Body and bicycle found in Hamilton creek

A body with a bicycle nearby have been found in a creek at a Hamilton park.

Police said members of the public found a body in a creek at Edgecumbe Park, Whitiora, Hamilton City about 11.35am.

Nearby a bicycle was also found in the water.

An initial investigation indicated the cyclist lost control going down a steep bank before hitting a tree and landing in the creek.

Police have not yet established the age or identity of the victim while the time and cause of death would not be known until the pathologist had completed their examination.

Police said there were no suspicious circumstances.

- NZPA