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Missing West Coast cyclist John Machejefski has been found dead.
Constable Michael Tinnelly said there are no obvious injuries or suspicious circumstances surrounding the death but the cause of death is not known.
Mr Machejefski left his home at 5.15pm last night on his bike to warm-up for the first Hokitika cycle club race, but never arrived.
Police and 30 volunteers searched for him but were not successful.
The search was scaled up this morning and Mr Machejefski was found outside a Hokitika address this morning by a member of the public.
Mr Machejefski's death will be investigated by the coroner.
- NZ HERALD STAFF
