Wednesday, July 8, 2026

Murder charge laid following Tokoroa death

A man has been arrested and charged with murder in relation to the death of a woman in Tokoroa last month.

“Police were called to a Hinau Street property shortly before midnight on 18 June, and a woman was found unresponsive”, said Detective Senior Sergeant Ryan Yardley

“Sadly, she was pronounced dead at the scene.

“Police can now name her as 47-year-old Michelle Tangimataiti, of Tokoroa.



“Police have arrested and charged a 39-year-old man with her murder.

“He is due to appear in Tokoroa District Court on today [Wednesday 8 July].

“Police continue to support Michelle’s family at this extremely difficult time.”

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