Police have named a man who died after being severely beaten at a property in the Far North.
Sonny Werahiko Perene Taylor, 53, was found unconscious at a property north of Kaitaia shortly before midday on Sunday.
He was admitted to Kaitaia Hospital, then transferred to Whangarei Hospital where he died yesterday.
A 31-year-old had been charged with assault but more serious charges may be laid, police said.
Police would not comment on a possible motive for the attack, or whether a weapon was used.
A post mortem is being carried out in Auckland today.
- NZ Herald staff
Police name man who was fatally beaten
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