Homicide investigation launched after person dies following assault in Kaitaia

Sunday 16 November 2025 · 4 outlets · 4 reports · updated Sun 16 Nov 2025, 5:42pm

Police have launched a homicide investigation after a person died following an assault at an Okahu Road address in Kaitaia on Sunday. A 57-year-old woman is in custody and is expected to appear in court. Police stated they are not seeking anyone else in connection with the incident.

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1. StuffSun 16 Nov 2025, 4:54pm

   Victim dies after assault, 57-year-old woman to appear in court (opens in new tab)

2. 1NewsSun 16 Nov 2025, 4:54pm

   Homicide investigation launched after person dies near Kaitaia (opens in new tab)

3. NZ HeraldSun 16 Nov 2025, 5:00pm

   Homicide investigation in Kaitāia as 57-year-old woman taken into custody (opens in new tab)

4. RNZSun 16 Nov 2025, 5:42pm

   Police arrest suspect, open homicide probe after Kaitaia assault (opens in new tab)