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Muriwai fatality: Name release

Police can now release the name of the person who died following an incident on Muriwai Beach on Sunday.

She was Madison Marie Chamberlain, aged 19, of west Auckland.

‘Our thoughts are with Madison’s family and friends at this very difficult time.’

The Police investigation into the events that unfolded on Sunday afternoon is continuing.

Name release: Rangitikei Homicide

Police can now release the name of the victim in the Ōhingaiti homicide investigation.

He was 46-year-old Albert James Coe.

‘Police would like to extend their condolences to his family, who are being supported at this difficult time.’

A 37-year-old man has been charged with murder. Police are not looking for anyone else in relation to the death, however inquiries into the exact circumstances of what happened are ongoing.

Image credit: Lucian Alexe

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