Stokes Valley fatal arson case

The story so far

An 82-year-old man died in November 2024 after being critically injured in a fire at a block of flats in Hanson Grove, Stokes Valley.^{19 Mar 2025} Three men were arrested in connection with his murder.^{19 Mar 2025} A fourth man, a 26-year-old from Upper Hutt, was charged with murder, arson and participating in a criminal group.^{20 Mar 2025} Police have since located a silver Mazda Atenza believed to be connected to the murder and to arsons at the property.^{21 Mar 2025}

Latest

Police have found the vehicle and say there are more people of interest in the case.^{21 Mar 2025}

Key moments

1. 19 Mar 2025Three men arrested over fatal Stokes Valley fire that critically injured 82-year-old.
2. 20 Mar 2025Fourth man, 26, charged with murder, arson and participating in criminal group.
3. 21 Mar 2025Police locate silver Mazda Atenza linked to murder and arsons; more people of interest.

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