A former New Zealand rugby star Shane Christie has died aged 39.
The former flanker was found dead in Nelson, New Zealand on Wednesday morning, a day before his 40th birthday.
Former rugby star Shane Christie has died aged 39[/caption]
He is believed to have died from a suspected suicide.
Christie represented New Zealand in rugby sevens and also featured for the Maori All Blacks.
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