Authorities have identified the man whose body was found in Lake Wanaka on New Year’s Eve.
He was Codey Jervis, 32, from London, UK. He was originally from New Zealand.
Police found Jervis’ body in Lake Wanaka near Waterfall Creek in the early hours of December 31.
A police spokesperson said, “We extend our condolences to his friends and family at this tragic time” and asked for information from the public to help with the investigation into his death.
Police wanted to speak to anyone who may have been near Wanaka Mount Aspiring Road, Ruby Island Rd or around the lakeside trail between Waterfall Creek and Edgewater Hotel.
Police particularly wanted to hear from anyone who may have spoken to or seen Jervis between 9:30 p.m. on Saturday and 7:30 a.m. on Sunday.
Police described Jervis as a “Caucasian athletic man, wearing a light blue sweater under a dark jacket, dark pants, and white sneakers”.
They also wanted to speak to anyone who may have found or taken clothing or personal items to the lakeshore around Waterfall Creek.
People can provide information to the police by calling 105 and referencing case number 231231/9558.
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