A 31-year-old man and a 40-year-old man are facing murder charges following the death of Ryan Woodford in March.
The Adelphi Motel in Taupō where Ryan Woodford had been living at the time of his death. Photo: Google Maps
Woodford died at the Adelphi Motel in Taupō on 6 March.
The 30-year-old, originally from Pahiatua, had been living at the motel in central Taupō at the time.
The two men are due to appear in Taupō District Court on Wednesday.
"We continue to support the whānau of Mr Woodford and extend our deepest sympathies at this difficult time as they grieve the loss of their loved one," said inquiry head detective sergeant Andy Livingstone.
He thanked members of the community for their support.
"We'd like to acknowledge the public for the information we received, which contributed and assisted our team of detectives piecing together the events of that morning," he said in a statement.
Livingstone also praised the Operation Dell investigation team, saying the inquiry had involved several police districts and a large number of staff.
"From the initial attending uniform staff to the various investigators, both from Taupō and other stations across the district, I cannot speak more highly of their dedication, professionalism and tenacity to get to this point and hold those involved to account."
