28 Feb 2022

Police seek man wanted in relation to homicide investigation

11:11 am on 28 February 2022

Police are seeking the public's help in finding a 30-year-old man wanted in relation to a homicide investigation in Nelson.

Tukotahi King.

Tukotahi King. Photo: Supplied / NZ Police

Tukotahi King, 30, has a warrant out for his arrest.

Police said King should be considered armed and should not be approached, but if someone has seen him, or knows where he might be, they should call 111 immediately.

Police said they wanted to speak to him in relation to Operation Fossa - homicide investigation launched after the death of Lake Takimoana, who was found shot at a Washington Road address in Nelson on 22 February.

The investigation into finding those responsible for Takimoana's death is ongoing, and police said they were following strong lines of inquiry.

A 24-year-old man was arrested on Saturday and charged with being party to murder.

He is due to appear in Nelson District Court today, alongside another man charged with being party to aggravated burglary.

Police are still appealing for any information about the incident or those involved. Information can also be provided to police on 105 or be given anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.