Counties Manukau Police have charged two men in relation to a homicide investigation in Manurewa earlier this month.
Detective Senior Sergeant Rob Hunkin, Counties Manukau CIB, says Police investigating the incident on Addington Avenue on Monday 1 January have this morning located two persons believed to be involved.
¡°A 19-year-old male has been arrested and charged with murder, wounding with intent, and unlawful possession of a firearm.
¡°Additionally, an 18-year-old male has also been arrested in relation to the matter, and has been charged with unlawful possession of a firearm.¡±
¡°Both men are due to appear in the Manukau District Court today, Wednesday 17 January,¡± Detective Senior Sergeant Hunkin says.
Police note an interim non-publication order is in place regarding the identity of the victim.
Detective Senior Sergeant Hunkin says the homicide investigation remains ongoing.
¡°Police cannot rule out further arrests or charges as our enquiries continue.
¡°We are continuing to appeal to the public for any information which may assist us with our investigation.¡±
This can be provided via our 105 phone service or online at /use-105, using Update My Report.
Please reference file number 240101/2378.
Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
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