Investigation launched after woman's body found in Wellington

The body of a woman was found in Whairepo Lagoon, near Frank Kitts Park in the central city.

A woman's body has been found at a lagoon in central Wellington.

Police confirmed they were called to Wakefield Street at 10.55am.

The body of a woman was found in Whairepo Lagoon, near Frank Kitts Park in the central city.

Inquiries are under way into the circumstances.

Police are expected to release more information later today.