Tag: homicide_investigation

• Homicide Investigation Underway in Dunedin's Andersons Bay

  22 May 2026 8:54 p.m. · Source: New Zealand Police

  Dunedin Police have launched a homicide investigation in Andersons Bay after a person was found deceased. One person is in custody, and authorities assure the public there is no ongoing risk as they work to determine the incident's circumstances.

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• Lower Hutt Homicide Investigation Continues, Police Seek Public Help

  22 May 2026 12:31 p.m. · Source: New Zealand Police

  Wellington Police confirm Nathaniel Sturmey, 29, died from a gunshot wound in Lower Hutt. Investigators are making progress, executing warrants and searching Eastbourne, urging public assistance.

  Law EnforcementLegalSocial Issues Nathaniel SturmeyLower HuttHomicide InvestigationNew Zealand PoliceGunshot WoundWellingtonCrime Stoppers

• Police Renew Appeals in 1991 Disappearance of Andrew Maaka

  14 May 2026 12:48 p.m. · Source: New Zealand Police

  Waitematā Police are renewing appeals for information regarding Andrew Maaka, who disappeared in 1991. Investigators suspect foul play in the case of the Headhunters associate, urging anyone with details to come forward to help bring closure to his family.

  Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentLegalSocial Issues Andrew MaakaWaitematā PoliceMissing PersonHomicide InvestigationHeadhuntersHendersonNew Zealand Police

• Homicide Investigation Underway in Dunedin Following Man's Death

  4 Oct 2025 10:00 a.m. · Source: New Zealand Police

  Police in Dunedin launch homicide investigation after a 36-year-old man was found dead at a Great King Street property. Initial findings suggest non-accidental injuries.

  Law EnforcementSocial IssuesWorld DunedinHomicide InvestigationGreat King StreetNew Zealand PoliceShona LowCrime StoppersNorth Dunedin

• Auckland Police Update on St Johns Homicide Investigation

  29 Sep 2025 4:43 p.m. · Source: New Zealand Police

  Detective Inspector Glenn Baldwin will address the media regarding the death of Kyle Whorrall, which occurred over Easter Weekend. The press conference will take place at 10.15am on Tuesday.

  Law EnforcementMediaMedia CrisisSocial Issues Auckland City PoliceSt JohnsHomicide InvestigationKyle WhorrallGlenn BaldwinAucklandNew Zealand Police

• Gisborne Police Launch Homicide Investigation After Man Dies

  29 Sep 2025 10:38 a.m. · Source: New Zealand Police

  Police in Gisborne have launched a homicide investigation following the death of a 36-year-old man on Ormond Road. They are seeking a person seen running from the scene and appealing for public assistance.

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