Police have released the name of the Manukau velodrome homicide victim.
He was 21 year-old Joseph Tauati.
Mr. Tauati’s family have requested privacy while they are grieving and do not wish to be contacted by media.
Counties Manukau Police are making good progress as the homicide investigation into Mr Tauati’s death continues.
A number of individuals have been spoken to by the investigation team and Police will continue to identify and speak with people in connection to this incident.
Anyone with information regarding the incident at the velodrome carpark between the hours of 5am and 6am on Saturday January 1st is asked to contact Police on 105, quoting file number 220101/8975 or you can provide information anonymously by ringing Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.