SYDNEY, Feb 14 — New Zealand police today found the body of a British backpacker who went missing in the South Island after the area was hit by heavy rain and floods. The body of Stephanie Simpson, 32, who had not been seen since she went for a hike last weekend, was found in an area called Pyke...
A glacier in Mount Cook National Park in South Island, New Zealand. New Zealand police today found the body of a British backpacker who went missing in the South Island after the area was hit by heavy rain and floods. — AFP pic
The body of Stephanie Simpson, 32, who had not been seen since she went for a hike last weekend, was found in an area called Pyke Creek, West Coast Search and Rescue sergeant Mark Kirkwood said in a statement.“The family are understandably grieving and they have asked media to respect their request for privacy.”
It was not clear if Simpson’s hike at the Mount Aspiring National Park, home of one of New Zealand’s highest peaks, was affected by the rain. Her death will be referred to the Coroner, Kirkwood said.
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