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  •   Home > News > National > Upper North Island

    Police in Thames are hunting a person they believe is connected to a freshly launched homicide investigation

    Police in Thames are hunting a person they believe is connected to a freshly launched homicide investigation


    Officers were called to a Rolleston Street home just before 4pm yesterday, following reports of a street fight.

    A man was found injured, and died in hospital overnight.

    It's believed the person allegedly responsible is known to the victim, and there's no ongoing risk to the wider community.

    A scene examination continues at the property.

    © 2026 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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