NZ Post has confirmed that one of its employees, Philip Sutton, remains missing after being caught in severe flooding in Wellington earlier this week. The company stated it is providing support to its staff as the search continues.
According to NZ Post Chief Operating Officer Brendon Main, Sutton was last seen on Monday, April 20, 2026, during the extreme weather event that caused widespread flooding and damage across the Wellington region. Emergency services, including police and urban search and rescue teams, have been conducting searches in the affected areas.
The flooding resulted from a significant storm system that brought torrential rain, leading to evacuations, road closures, and a local state of emergency being declared. Authorities have described the conditions as dangerous and unprecedented for the time of year.
NZ Post has expressed deep concern for their missing colleague and is cooperating fully with the official search operation. The company has asked for privacy for Sutton's family during this difficult time.
