Wattle Downs double homicide case

The story so far

Armed police and an Eagle helicopter responded in Manurewa, and several local schools, including Leabank Primary and James Cook High School, went into lockdown.^{27 Aug} A manhunt was launched, and a 30-year-old man was in custody while officers worked out whether he was involved.^{27, 28 Aug} Police asked for witnesses and for any CCTV or dashcam footage.^{31 Aug} On 1 September a 30-year-old man was charged with two counts of murder.^{1 Sep}

Key moments

1. 27 AugArmed police respond in Manurewa and nearby schools go into lockdown.
2. 27 AugPolice launch a double homicide investigation and a manhunt after two people are found dead.
3. 28 AugA 30-year-old man is in custody while police determine his involvement.
4. 31 AugPolice confirm shooting deaths, no charges yet, and appeal for CCTV and dashcam footage.
5. 1 SepA 30-year-old man is charged with two counts of murder.

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