Napier teenager killed in Onekawa violent disorder incident

Wednesday 14 May 2025 · 5 outlets · 4 reports · updated Wed 14 May 2025, 4:00pm

Kaea Karauria, 15, died at the scene on Alexander Avenue in Onekawa on Sunday morning following a stabbing. Police are investigating the incident as violent disorder, and while another teenager was injured, no arrests have been made. Karauria's father and police have both appealed for information regarding the killing.

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1. RNZWed 14 May 2025, 12:27pm

   Kaea Karauria remembered as quiet, respectful student (opens in new tab)

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2. Otago Daily TimesWed 14 May 2025, 12:40pm

   'Immense talent': Slain teen remembered as quiet, respectful student (opens in new tab)

3. StuffWed 14 May 2025, 2:49pm

   Napier Boys High School pay tribute to ‘quiet, respectful’ teen killed in stabbing (opens in new tab)

4. NZ HeraldWed 14 May 2025, 4:00pm

   Napier teen homicide: Kaea Karauria’s father’s plea for information on ‘who stabbed my son’ (opens in new tab)