# Homicide investigation launched: Dargaville

Date: 8 Oct 2026
Released by: New Zealand Police

## MediaRelease.co Summary

Police have opened a homicide file after a man was found dead on Hoeroa Street in Dargaville about 2.40pm yesterday. Officers are examining how he died. Further details will follow as the investigation develops.

## Original release

A homicide investigation is under way following the death of a man in Dargaville. Police were called to Hoeroa Street at around 2.40pm yesterday after a man was found deceased at a residential address. Detective Senior Sergeant Shane Pilmer, Whangārei CIB, says an investigation is now in the early stages to determine the full circumstances around what has occurred. "A scene guard has been established and will remain in place while a scene examination is conducted. "A post-mortem examination and formal identification of the victim will be carried out over the coming days.” Residents can expect to see an increased Police presence in the area while the investigation continues. "We know this incident will be unsettling for the community. Police want to reassure residents that a dedicated team of investigators is working to establish exactly what happened and who is involved,” Detective Senior Sergeant Pilmer says. Police would like to hear from anyone who has information which may assist our enquiries. If you can help, please contact Police via 105 using file number 261007/7751 and quote Operation Trailside. Information can also be provided anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.

## Key details

- Issued by: New Zealand Police
- Published: 8 Oct 2026
- Publisher country: New Zealand
- Original source: https://www.police.govt.nz/news/release/homicide-investigation-launched-dargaville
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