Featherston homicide inquiry: Second man in wanted pair turns himself in

Wairarapa Police can confirm that Hayden RANSON, 27, handed himself in at the Upper Hutt Police Station at 10.55am today.

He will appear in the Lower Hutt District Court tomorrow morning facing a charge of aggravated burglary.

Detective Inspector Sean Hansen says "I know that Glen's family has been eagerly anticipating a resolution and will be relieved.

"This result will also bring some comfort to the Featherston and greater Wairarapa communities.

"I want to acknowledge the efforts of the entire inquiry team to get us to this stage.

"We are still completing a number of inquires in relation to Glen's death and Police are continuing to appeal for anyone who has any information to make contact", says Detective Inspector Sean Hansen.

People should make contact with Wairarapa Police on (06) 370 0300 or wairarapa.police@police.govt.nz.

ENDS

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