A 73-year-old man has been charged with murder following the death of a man in Horeke last month.
Daniel Hepehi, also known as Danny Whiston, was found with critical injuries at a property in Waikerikeri Road in the early hours of May 22.
Sadly, the 77-year-old died at the scene.
Detective Inspector Rhys Johnston, of Northland CIB, says Police have now charged a man with murder following an ongoing investigation.
¡°The accused will appear in Kaikohe District Court today via video link and we are not seeking anyone else in connection with this homicide.
¡°Police have made a number of appeals for information during this investigation and we would like to thank those members of the public for their support,¡± Detective Inspector Johnston says.
¡°We are continuing with our enquiries and we are pleased with the progress so far.¡±
As the matter is before the court Police are limited in providing further comment.
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