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Homicide investigation begins in Kaitaia


Homicide investigation begins in Kaitaia

Police have begun a homicide inquiry after a 28-year-old woman died when she was run over by a vehicle on Pukepoto Road, Kaitia around 10pm last night.

The woman was initially transported to Kaitaia hospital with serious injuries and then transferred to Whangarei hospital where she died earlier this morning.

Police believe they have located the vehicle involved and are now carrying out a forensic examination of the vehicle.

Police want to hear from anyone with information who may have seen or heard anything on Pukepoto Road and Grigg Street around 10pm last night.

Anyone with information can contact Kaitaia police on 09 408 6500 or information can be given anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111

It is expected further details will be released this afternoon.

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