Police can confirm the name of a man located deceased in floodwaters on his Te Karaka, Gisborne property on Tuesday, 14 February 2023.
He was 64-year-old John Robert Dudley Coates.
Police’s thoughts and condolences are with his whānau and friends.
His death is not considered suspicious and will be referred to the Coroner.
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