Tag: coppermine_island

Human Remains Found on Coppermine Island Identified as Missing Fisherman

13 Mar 2026 12:06 p.m. · Source: New Zealand Police

Human remains discovered on Coppermine Island have been identified as Ferzil Babu, who went missing in May 2024 while on a fishing trip. Police have informed his family.

Law Enforcement Human Remains Coppermine Island Ferzil Babu Missing Person Whangārei New Zealand Police Discovery
Human Remains Discovered on Coppermine Island

20 Dec 2025 4:42 p.m. · Source: New Zealand Police

Police have recovered human remains found on Coppermine Island (Mauipane), east of Whangārei. The formal identification process has begun, but is expected to take some time. No further information is currently available.

Law Enforcement Social Issues Human Remains Coppermine Island Mauipane Whangārei Police Identification Process New Zealand Police