Police have launched a homicide investigation following the death of a man who was critically injured in Te Puke on Saturday, October 25.
At around 10.30am, police received a report of a person having been admitted to hospital with a critical gunshot wound.
Despite the best efforts of medical experts, the man died this morning.
Detective Senior Sergeant Natalie Flowerdew-Brown, Western Bay of Plenty Area Investigations Manager, says police are now working to establish the full circumstances of what occurred and to locate those involved.
“A scene examination is underway in the Maneoka area, and residents can expect to see an ongoing police presence in the coming days.”
Police are asking anyone with CCTV or dashcam footage from the Maneoka area between 10am and 11am on Saturday, 25 October, to get in touch.
“We would also like to hear from anyone who may have information that can assist our investigation,” says Detective Senior Sergeant Flowerdew-Brown.
Information can be provided online at 105.police.govt.nz using “Update Report” or by calling 105 and quoting the reference number 251025/0395.
Details can also be shared anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
