St Johns Homicide: Significant Developments As Arrests Made
Detective Inspector Glenn Baldwin says on Tuesday afternoon, Police obtained further information about a black SUV that was subject of a media appeal.
'The Operation Aberfeldy team commenced investigations into this vehicle of interest and its movements.
'I can confirm we have now located this vehicle on the North Shore, and it has been seized by Police with a detailed forensic examination underway.'
In a significant development, the investigation team have also identified a person of interest in the case.
Detective Inspector Baldwin says late yesterday afternoon, Police executed a search warrant at a Beach Haven address.
'A 16-year-old male was arrested and charged with aggravated robbery and murder,' he says.
'He will be appearing in the Auckland Youth Court today.'
A 32-year-old North Shore woman has also been charged with being an accessory after the fact to murder.
This woman will be appearing in the Auckland District Court today.
Detective Inspector Baldwin says: 'We are aware that there were other occupants in the vehicle at the time this crime was committed.
'This investigation is by no means over.
'Our enquiries are ongoing to locate these persons of interest, and I encourage them to do the right thing and come into their nearest Police station or phone us.'
Police acknowledge the support from the St Johns community, and further afield.
'There has been a stream of information that has come into us, and we are working through this.
'We value and appreciate the community support,' Detective Inspector Baldwin says.
As part of the investigation, Police are still working to fully understand the events of Saturday night, and why Kyle tragically lost his life.
Police are still seeking information on the white Toyota ute, which had been cut off by the vehicle of interest.
'I want to reiterate to those occupants that they are witnesses, and their information is important to our investigation,' Detective Inspector Baldwin says.
'Please come forward at the earliest opportunity.'
If you have information, please contact Police online or call 105 using the reference number 250419/9858.
Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
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