Police have named the 18-year-old man fatally shot in Auckland’s Grey Lynn on Thursday night.
He was Maxwel-Dee Repia, 18, of Grey Lynn, police confirmed today.
Armed officers were called to an address on Tuarangi Rd after multiple 111 calls reported a “firearm being discharged” shortly before 7pm.
A spokesperson said a man was located with critical injuries at the scene.
“Despite efforts of those at the scene, he succumbed to his injuries.”
Two people presented at Auckland City Hospital with gunshot wounds, and a third man was brought to the Auckland Central Police Station to be spoken with as part of the investigation.
“While speaking with him, it was discovered that he too had been shot and medical assistance was sought for him,” Baldwin said.
Police earlier today called for witnesses to “come forward and do the right thing”.
“Police know there were a number of people present when the shooting occurred, and we need to speak with those individuals at the earliest opportunity,” said Detective Inspector Glenn Baldwin.
“The circumstances of this homicide are not limited to the events on Thursday night.
“We know there have been tensions at play between the groups involved, for some time, and any piece of information that might help us build a picture of what has occurred will be welcomed.
“It’s understandable that those living in the area will be feeling shaken and possibly unsure about coming forward to police, but we’re telling you it’s the right thing to do– you don’t have to stand for this violence in your community.
“If you can help, we need to hear from you.”
Police also asked nearby residents to check their properties “and if you locate anything out of place, please call us”.
Anyone with information was urged to contact police on 105.
