Source: New Zealand Police (National News)
Police have taken two people into custody, as an investigation into the abduction of a woman in Beach Haven last night continues
Detective Inspector Callum McNeill, of Waitematā CIB, says the pair were located by Police in central Auckland this afternoon and taken into custody.
“Our investigation has been progressing throughout the day, and we have been speaking with the pair late this afternoon.
“We have now laid charges against this pair and they will be appearing in the North Shore District Court tomorrow.”
A 32-year-old man from Dairy Flat is facing serious charges, including: kidnapping, wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm, commission of a crime using a firearm and burglary with a firearm.
A 28-year-old woman from Bayview has been arrested in connection with outstanding warrants to arrest, and will also be appearing on a charge of failing to carry out obligations relating to a computer search.
Detective Inspector McNeill says the investigation team have worked at pace today, and further arrests cannot be ruled out.
“The investigation will continue, and while matters are before the Court, what I can say is that we do not believe this was a random incident.
“To the Beach Haven community, you will continue to see our staff present in the area with reassurance patrolling and our staff working at the scene.”
Police acknowledge those who have assisted the investigation so far.
The victim is continuing to recover from her injuries in hospital.
“She will have a long road to recovery, and we will be looking to speak further with her around what has occurred,” Detective Inspector McNeill says.
Anyone with any additional information can contact Police on 105 or go online to https://www.police.govt.nz/use-105.
Please reference the file number 240402/3715.
Information can also be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
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Jarred Williamson/NZ Police
