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NZ Herald
25-04-2025
- NZ Herald
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A special mass at St Patrick's cathedral was held to remember the passing of Pope Francis. Attendees gathered to pay their respects and celebrate his contributions to the church. Detective Inspector Glenn Baldwin will speak to media at the scene on St Johns Road. The world has gathered in mourning after the passing of Pope Francis. Proceedings in motion after Pope's death, a monthly snapshot not representative of police recruitment and concern of decline in teacher numbers. Flockhill luxury lodge in Canterbury. Video / Supplied A major new Foodstuffs supermarket is taking shape in Pt Chevalier, designed by Wingate Architects. Video \ Jason Dorday. Reporter Penelope is at the Lost Dog Disco, a spectacular light and sound installation for people and their favourite four-legged friends to rock out. A West Auckland family is reeling after a fire tore through their Henderson home on Sunday night, leaving them homeless - and uninsured. Video / Supplied The Kiwi journalist was out for dinner with her fiancé and friends on Saturday when her car was sideswiped. Video / @wilshrimpton Reporter Tom is at the Beach Hop with drifting legend Fanga Dan and Carter, a lucky local fan who gets to go for a fang. Ex-tropical cyclone Tam continues to hit New Zealand. Frustration over alert systems in Auckland. Russia announces unexpected Easter truce with Ukraine. Video / NZ Herald Police are investigating a homicide at a bus stop on St John Road, where a section of the road has been cordoned off overnight. Video / NZ Herald Car on its side on Southern Motorway. Video / Supplied Footage of young men making light of bad weather, outside Westcity Mall, Henderson. Video / Supplied Lighting hits SkyTower during thunderstorm. Video / Leo Kelly
NZ Herald
25-04-2025
- NZ Herald
Police seek silver Mitsubishi linked with Kyle Whorrall homicide in St Johns
Detective Inspector Glenn Baldwin is asking those occupants to make contact with police as soon as possible. 'These people of interest could have the information we are looking for that will help us understand why Kyle was killed. 'We know they are likely feeling apprehensive about speaking with us, but we are asking them come forward as soon as possible. It is time to do the right thing. 'If you have any information about this vehicle or the people involved, we also want to hear from you. 'We will be continuing to carry out our enquiries to locate this vehicle and the people with it as a matter of urgency.' Police said if you have any information, please contact police online or call 105 using the reference number 250419/9858, Operation Aberfeldy. Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111. Gofundme for slain student Kyle Whorrall's family A Gofundme set up to help the grieving family of slain American entomology student Kyle Whorrall has raised just shy of $40,000. At 8am, the amount raised was sitting at $39,129. A message on the Gofundme page said the money would go towards travel costs for his family and other related expenses. 'Although no one can eliminate the overwhelming grief and difficult tasks that Kyle's family now faces, we can help relieve the associated financial burden.' To donate to the Gofindme, please click here Whorrall was fatally attacked last Saturday on St Johns Rd in Meadowbank, East Auckland, while he waited at a bus stop with his groceries. At a tearful vigil held yesterday, flatmates, who described themselves as his 'chosen family', broke down as they tried to speak. 'He was gentle, he was kind, he was very thoughtful,' one of the five flatmates said. 'He loved crafting and painting and sewing and creating plushies – he loved plushies so much, and plants. 'He cared deeply about what he did and the people in his life.' Detective Inspector Glenn Baldwin said yesterday police had arrested a 16-year-old and charged him with Whorrall's murder. He appeared in the Auckland District Court yesterday and also faced an aggravated robbery charge. His case has been transferred to the High Court at Auckland for his next appearance on May 14. Advertise with NZME. As a youth, he has automatic name suppression. A 32-year-old, charged with being an accessory after the fact to murder, also appeared and was granted interim name suppression. Charging documents seen by the Herald allege she 'actively suppressed' evidence against the teen by selling a car to help him escape after arrest. She has been remanded until the same date without plea. Whorrall was struck with a 'long' weapon about 10pm on Saturday, suffering multiple head injuries, and later died in hospital. Police had 'obtained further information' about a black SUV that became the subject of a media appeal when Baldwin held a press conference about the case on Tuesday. '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 under way.'
NZ Herald
24-04-2025
- NZ Herald
Gofundme for slain student Kyle Whorrall's family raises close to $40,000
To donate to the Gofindme, please click here Whorrall was fatally attacked last Saturday on St Johns Rd in Meadowbank, East Auckland, while he waited at a bus stop with his groceries. At a tearful vigil held yesterday, flatmates, who described themselves as his 'chosen family', broke down as they tried to speak. 'He was gentle, he was kind, he was very thoughtful,' one of the five flatmates said. 'He loved crafting and painting and sewing and creating plushies – he loved plushies so much, and plants. 'He cared deeply about what he did and the people in his life.' Detective Inspector Glenn Baldwin said yesterday police arrested a 16-year-old and charged him with Whorrall's murder. He appeared in the Auckland District Court yesterday and also faced an aggravated robbery charge. His case has been transferred to the High Court at Auckland for his next appearance on May 14. As a youth, he has automatic name suppression. A 32-year-old, charged with being an accessory after the fact to murder, also appeared and was granted interim name suppression. Charging documents seen by the Herald allege she 'actively suppressed' evidence against the teen by selling a car to help him escape after arrest. She has been remanded until the same date without plea. Whorrall was struck with a 'long' weapon about 10pm on Saturday, suffering multiple head injuries, and later died in hospital. Police had 'obtained further information' about a black SUV that became the subject of a media appeal when Baldwin held a press conference about the case on Tuesday. '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 under way.'
Scoop
23-04-2025
- Scoop
St Johns Homicide: Significant Developments As Arrests Made
Press Release – New Zealand Police Detective Inspector Glenn Baldwin says on Tuesday afternoon, Police obtained further information about a black SUV that was subject of a media appeal. The Police investigation into the tragic death of Kyle Whorrall over Easter Weekend has progressed significantly. 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.
NZ Herald
23-04-2025
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- NZ Herald
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MetService National Weather Update: April 22 - April 26. Video / MetService A special mass at St Patrick's cathedral was held to remember the passing of Pope Francis. Attendees gathered to pay their respects and celebrate his contributions to the church. Detective Inspector Glenn Baldwin will speak to media at the scene on St Johns Road. The world has gathered in mourning after the passing of Pope Francis. Proceedings in motion after Pope's death, a monthly snapshot not representative of police recruitment and concern of decline in teacher numbers. Flockhill luxury lodge in Canterbury. Video / Supplied A major new Foodstuffs supermarket is taking shape in Pt Chevalier, designed by Wingate Architects. Video \ Jason Dorday. Reporter Penelope is at the Lost Dog Disco, a spectacular light and sound installation for people and their favourite four-legged friends to rock out. A West Auckland family is reeling after a fire tore through their Henderson home on Sunday night, leaving them homeless - and uninsured. Video / Supplied The Kiwi journalist was out for dinner with her fiancé and friends on Saturday when her car was sideswiped. Video / @wilshrimpton Reporter Tom is at the Beach Hop with drifting legend Fanga Dan and Carter, a lucky local fan who gets to go for a fang. Ex-tropical cyclone Tam continues to hit New Zealand. Frustration over alert systems in Auckland. Russia announces unexpected Easter truce with Ukraine. Video / NZ Herald Police are investigating a homicide at a bus stop on St John Road, where a section of the road has been cordoned off overnight. Video / NZ Herald Car on its side on Southern Motorway. Video / Supplied Footage of young men making light of bad weather, outside Westcity Mall, Henderson. Video / Supplied
