Dariush Talagi. Photo: Supplied / Police
Police have named the man they are searching for over the fatal shooting in central Auckland on Thursday night, and warn the public that he is considered to be dangerous.
Police say they are looking for Dariush Talagi, 24, who has distinctive facial tattoos.
"Talagi has a warrant for his arrest and is considered dangerous," said Detective Senior Sergeant Craig Bolton.
Bolton said while there was no risk to the wider public, it was important to locate Talagi.
"Our message to Daruish would be to hand himself in, or for anyone who sees him to call us immediately."
Officers were called to reports of a fight on the corner of Fort and Queen streets about 11.30pm on Thursday.
One person was shot in the head and a second person was hit in the abdomen. Both were taken to hospital in critical condition, but one died the next day. The other victim remains in a stable condition.
Earlier today, Auckland councillor Mike Lee said the police presence on the streets was lacking.
"What we want to see are police on the streets, the visibility of police in the inner city is very, very low at the present time, except for when it comes to these crises, but it shouldn't have to come to that."
Lee said police visibility needed to be taken more seriously to avoid future tragedies.
