Police seek Mitchell Cole following double homicide in Ruatiti

Friday 19 December 2025 · 2 outlets · 3 reports · updated Fri 19 Dec 2025, 5:16pm

Police are searching for 29-year-old Mitchell Cole after his father, Brendon Cole, and stepmother, Trina Cole, were found dead at a Ruatiti farm. Officers are also appealing for information regarding a quad bike and trailer found at the property as the investigation continues.

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1. RNZFri 19 Dec 2025, 10:24am

   Ruatiti homicide: Police appeal over quad bike and trailer as search for Mitchell Cole continues (opens in new tab)

   • Ruatiti homicide: Search for Mitchell Cole continues (opens in new tab) Fri 19 Dec 2025, 5:16pm
2. NZ HeraldFri 19 Dec 2025, 2:00pm

   Ruatiti farm killings: Dog club members rescue pets under armed police guard (opens in new tab)