Five people have been arrested in connection with the deaths of a Raymond and James Fleet.
The uncle and nephew, 51 and 25 years of age, were reported missing on August 10 and a double homicide investigation was launched following the discovery of their bodies in Mamaku Forest on August 17.
The five men are facing numerous charges ranging from murder, manslaughter, accessory after the fact of murder, manufacture of methamphetamine and possession of substances, materials and equipment with intent, says Inspector Anaru Pewhairangi.
'Four men, aged 34, 29, 26 and 21 years old, are due to appear in Rotorua District Court tomorrow, 4 October, 2017.
'The fifth man, a 26-year-old, is appearing in Whakatāne District Court tomorrow.
'I want to acknowledge Detective Senior Sergeant Mark van Kempen and the whole investigation team who have worked tirelessly to hold these men to account.
'This type of incident is extremely rare in Rotorua and I know it has shocked our community. We hope the arrests begin to bring some closure for their whānau.
'As the matter is now before the courts, Police will not be offering further comment.”
1 comment
What drugs are doing to us.
Posted on 03-10-2017 19:05 | By morepork
The seemingly endless war on drugs goes on and the costs mount ever higher. How long does it take to realize that a very small greedy, ruthless, minority are doing it and destroying families, community, and people in the process? If you are a user, seek help. If you are a dealer, think about the path you have chosen; is this the best you can do with your life? Do you really expect to create such misery for the rest of your life and "get away with it"? What you outflow, you will inflow; what goes around, comes around. Think on it.
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