Name Release: Remains Found Near SH3, Ōtorohanga
Friday, 13 March 2026, 11:09 am
Press Release: New Zealand Police
Police can now name the person whose remains were found
off SH3, Ōtorohanga, on Friday 6 March as Colin (Col)
Heath.
Col was 47 when reported missing in
2022.
Police extend sympathies to Col’s family, who
have asked for privacy at this difficult time.
Col’s
death has been referred to the
Coroner.
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