Police appeal for sighting of Northland murder victim Daniel Hepehi
Daniel Hepehi, who was also known as Danny Whiston.
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Police in Northland are seeking information from the public as they investigate a homicide in Horeke.
Police have released the name of the victim, Daniel Hepehi, who was also known as Danny Whiston.
The 77-year-old man was found with critical injuries at a property in Waikerikeri Road in the early hours of 22 May and later died at the scene.
Detective Inspector Rhys Johnston, Northland CIB, said investigators were now appealing for sightings of Hepehi on the morning of Wednesday 21 May in Kaikohe.
"Police have confirmed that Mr Hepehi shopped for groceries in Kaikohe around 10.30am on that morning.
"We would like to hear from anyone who saw Mr Hepehi or interacted with him over this time to assist in the investigation.
"We are aware he frequently rode long distances on his bike around Horeke, Ōkaihau and Kaikohe," Johnston said.
Daniel Hepehi, who was also known as Danny Whiston.
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Sightings in the area of a green and gold 4-wheel drive SUV vehicle with the number plate LCP129 were also being sought.
Northland Police launched homicide enquiry 'Operation Dime' after Hepehi's death.
Johnston said additional police from other areas have joined the investigation.
"As we have advised, we are not seeking anyone in connection with the homicide, but we are doing everything we can to find out what happened," he said.
Anyone with information is asked to make a report online, or by calling 105.
Please quote the reference number 250522/0155.
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