A homicide investigation is underway in Gisborne after a woman was found dead this morning

Police were called to a residential property in Te Hapara about 3.45am - responding to reports of a gunshot injury.

Detective Inspector Dave de Lange says it's too early to speculate what has happened and they're focused on piecing together the events leading up to her death.

Cordons are in place on Centennial Crescent .. while police carry out a scene examination and speak to neighbours.