Body found in rivulet in Hobart's north by passerby

Tasmanian Police are investigating after a body was found in a rivulet in Hobart's north.

In a statement, police said a person walking in the area contacted police around 10.30 this morning, to report a deceased person in the water at Humphreys Rivulet, near Grove Road, Glenorchy.

Police said "detectives and specialist resources" were at the scene on Wednesday afternoon, and asked that people avoid the area.

An investigation is underway to determine the circumstances of the death.

Anyone with information about this matter is asked to contact Glenorchy Police on 131 444 and quote ESCAD 125-30092026.

Information can also be supplied anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at crimestopperstas.com.au.