Police investigating the stabbing of a 15-year-old boy in Napier are urging people to tell the truth about what happened on the night he died.
Kaea Karauria was found critically injured in Onekawa on Alexander Avenue at about 3am Sunday, May 11. Despite all efforts by ambulance staff, he died at the scene.
Police were yet to find his killer.
Detective Inspector Martin James said there was a team of 20 investigators working on the homicide case.
“We have built a picture of what happened and are now drilling into the detail. We have covered off the route taken by Kaea on the night and a timeline of events.
“We know some of the people we have spoken to may not have been truthful and we urge them to reconsider what they said and contact the team through 0800 852 525,” said James.
Kaea died after a party on Dinwiddie Avenue, and police were urging anyone with any information or footage of the party or a fight, to contact them.
“We would like to thank those who have come forward with information and footage and encourage anyone who knows something to speak to the investigation team,” said James.
Footage could be uploaded via this link: https://bunker.nc3.govt.nz/
Information could also be reported online, or by calling 105 and referencing the file number 250511/1317. Information could also be provided anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
Kaea was remembered as a quiet and respectful student who was full of “creativity and skill”.
In a post on social media, Napier Boys High School said Kaea Karauria’s death had deeply saddened their community.
“His passion for sport was like a superpower. Sport lit him up from the inside.”
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