Attribute to Detective Inspector Lewis Warner:
Police want to again extend their condolences and sympathy to the family of Moko Rangitoheriri, following the sentencing of Tania Shailer and David Haerewa this morning. ?
Police also want to acknowledge the officers who worked on the investigation into Moko¡¯s death.?
Any case involving a young and vulnerable victim like Moko is extremely difficult for all involved, and I would like to commend the officers involved for their diligence and professionalism.
Finally, Police ask that media continue to respect the privacy of Moko¡¯s extended family.? We appreciate the ongoing public interest in this case, but attempts by media to contact the extended family, particularly vulnerable younger members, have caused a significant amount of distress to the family.?
ENDS
Issued by Police Media Centre