Hawkes Bay Police say the body of woman found dead at her home in Westshore, Napier, on Monday night is believed to be that of Victoria Foster, 24.
However, Police are still working through the formal identification process with the Coroner, with a post mortem due to be carried out today.
Police's thoughts are with the families of those involved, who are being provided with ongoing support by Police and Victim Support. They have requested privacy at this difficult time.
A 28-year-old man is still in Hawkes Bay hospital in a stable condition and is recovering from gunshot wounds after being shot by Police following Monday night's incident.
He is expected to be formally charged once he is declared fit enough by medical staff.
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Media contact: Kris McGehan, Eastern Police District Communications Manager, ph 027 222 3638.