The death of Sean Wainui is being treated as a suspected suicide.

The 25-year-old professional rugby player died on October 18.

A spokesperson from the Coroner’s Office has confirmed his death is being treated as a suspected suicide.

All other details have been suppressed.

Wainui’s career included representing the Māori All Blacks, Chiefs, Crusaders, Taranaki and Bay of Plenty with distinction.

Wainui’s widow Paige shared a social media post on Monday, after he was laid to rest at the weekend at Te Wainui Marae in Gisborne.

“I don’t have the words right now or could begin to describe the feeling of losing you baby all I know is I don’t wish this on anyone.”

“I’m in absolute pieces and in so much pain knowing my whole other half to me has left this Earth.”

“But I will forever celebrate you my love for being the most amazing and incredible husband & father you were and the special years we got to spend together on this Earth.”

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