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      Home > News > Accident and Emergency

    Formal identification is still under way for a body recovered on southern Mount Huxley

    Formal identification is still under way for a body recovered on southern Mount Huxley


    It's understood to be 20-year-old tramper Connor Purvis, who didn't return after setting our to climb the mountain last week.

    Police launched a significant search effort, involving drones, helicopters and land search and rescue teams.

    Otago Coastal Search and Rescue Coordinator Sergeant Matt Sheat says it was hard work - in a remote, rugged and high-risk environment.

    He says it's been a long, tough week for all involved.

    © 2026 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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