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Otago Daily Times
2 days ago
- Otago Daily Times
Minister briefed on death of baby found in bin
A police investigator inspects a set of bins at the scene in Renall St Auckland. Photo: RNZ By Sam Sherwood of RNZ The Minister for Mental Health has been briefed on the death of a baby found in a wheelie bin in Auckland. A 32-year-old woman has been charged with interfering with human remains between June 24 and 30. Police have been investigating since officers located the body of a newborn baby in a wheelie bin outside an address on Renall St, Freemans Bay on Tuesday night. A spokesperson for Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey confirmed to RNZ his office had been made aware of the case under the "no surprises policy". "The Minister acknowledges this tragedy, and his thoughts are with all involved," the spokesperson said. Doocey was unable to comment further at this time. Health New Zealand (HNZ) acting northern region deputy chief executive Mike Shepherd said in a statement HNZ would not be commenting on the specifics of the case for privacy reasons. "We acknowledge this very sad situation and offer our sympathies to the whānau and community," he said. "We can say that HNZ routinely reviews the care it provides when any serious event occurs." An Oranga Tamariki spokesperson said as the matter was before the courts and subject to an active police investigation, they were unable to comment. A spokesperson for the Minister for Children Karen Chhour said it would be inappropriate to comment at this time. On Thursday, Detective Inspector Scott Beard said a post-mortem examination was carried out on the baby on Wednesday, the results of which are still pending. Police were still investigating at the property on Renall St. "Our enquiries remain ongoing and it will take some time for a thorough investigation to be completed," Beard said. "We are continuing to ask for those in the community that might have information or CCTV footage that could assist us to get in touch." The woman is due to appear on July 31 and enter a plea. Until then, she has been voluntarily remanded in custody and given interim name suppression. Beard earlier said the case was a "tragedy for everyone concerned". "There is a person's wellbeing to consider here alongside the investigation, so we will ensure the woman gets the support she needs." Anyone with information that could assist the investigation, is asked to make a report via 105, using the file number 250630/9878 and quote 'Operation Yarrow'. Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111 or
Scoop
2 days ago
- Scoop
Freemans Bay Homicide: Charge Laid As Enquiries Continue
A woman will appear in court in connection with an investigation underway into the discovery of human remains in Freemans Bay on Tuesday. Police have been investigating since officers located the body of a newborn baby in a wheelie bin outside an address on Renall Street. Detective Inspector Scott Beard, of Auckland City CIB, says a 32-year-old woman is expected to appear in court. 'At this stage we have charged the woman with interfering with human remains, and she is due to appear in the Auckland District Court,' he says. 'We believe this appearance will be via audio-visual link. 'A post-mortem examination was carried out on the baby yesterday, the results of which are still pending. 'We are conscious that this is a very delicate situation, and we are ensuring there is support in place for the woman.' Cordons around Renall Street have since been stood down. Detective Inspector Beard says Police are still carrying out enquiries at a specific property on the street. 'Our enquiries remain ongoing and it will take some time for a thorough investigation to be completed,' he says. 'We are continuing to ask for those in the community that might have information or CCTV footage that could assist us to get in touch.' Anyone with information can update Police online now or call 105, using the reference number 250630/9878 or citing 'Operation Yarrow'. Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
Scoop
3 days ago
- Scoop
Freeman's Bay Homicide: Update
Police is continuing the investigation launched following the discovery of human remains in Freeman's Bay overnight. Further information is being released in the early stage of the investigation. 'Sadly, I can confirm the deceased is a newborn baby, and they were discovered in a wheelie bin outside an address,' Detective Inspector Scott Beard, of Auckland City CIB, says. 'A woman is in custody and Police are speaking with her to establish the circumstances around what has occurred.' Police is not looking for anyone else in connection with the matter. 'This is a tragedy for everyone concerned and there is a person's wellbeing to consider here alongside the investigation, so we will ensure the woman gets the support she needs. 'Police acknowledge this will understandably be quite confronting information for the community to grapple with.' A post-mortem is ongoing today to determine the next steps in the investigation. 'The result is not yet known, and Police will provide further updates as the investigation allows,' Detective Inspector Beard says. 'We would ask the public to avoid speculation given what has occurred and allow investigators to carry out their work.' Police will be carrying out an area canvass as part of the investigation. 'We will be seeking CCTV from residents in the street and also searching other wheelie bins in order to secure any additional evidence that may be relevant to the investigation.' If you have any information that could assist the investigation, please make a report via 105, using the file number 250630/9878 and quote 'Operation Yarrow'. Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111 or
Otago Daily Times
3 days ago
- Otago Daily Times
Baby's body found in wheelie bin in Auckland
Police at the scene in Ponsonby. Photo: RNZ A baby's body was found in a bin in Auckland late last night, sparking a homicide investigation, RNZ can reveal. Auckland City Detective Inspector Scott Beard said police discovered the deceased on Renall St, in Ponsonby, about 10pm. RNZ understands the deceased is a baby. Stuff is reporting the body was found in a wheelie bin. Beard earlier said police were continuing to gather information from the scene and inquiries were ongoing. A person was in custody and police were not looking for anyone else in connection at this stage. Det Insp Beard said a scene examination was under way and there would be an increased police presence in the area while the investigation continued. "Members of the public can be assured there is no risk to public safety." A post-mortem will be carried out in due course. Anyone with information that could assist the investigation, is asked to make a report via 105, using the file number 250630/9878 and quote 'Operation Yarrow'. Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111 or
Scoop
3 days ago
- Scoop
Homicide Investigation Underway, Freeman's Bay
A homicide investigation has been launched following the discovery of a body on Renall Street, Freeman's Bay last night. Auckland City CIB's Detective Inspector Scott Beard says Police discovered the deceased around 10pm. 'Police are continuing to gather information from the scene and enquires into the exact circumstances surrounding what has occurred are ongoing.' A person is in custody and Police are not looking for anyone else in connection at this stage. Detective Inspector Beard says a scene examination is under way at the address and there will be an increased Police presence in the area while the investigation continues. 'Members of the public can be assured there is no risk to public safety.' A post-mortem will be carried out in due course. If you have any information that could assist the investigation, please make a report via 105, using the file number 250630/9878 and quote 'Operation Yarrow'. Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111 or Further information will be provided when we are able to do so.
