Attribute to Detective Inspector Lewis Warner:
Police want to again extend their condolences and sympathy to the family of Moko Rangitoheriri, following the sentencing of Tania Shailer and David Haerewa this morning.
Police also want to acknowledge the officers who worked on the investigation into Moko’s death.
Any case involving a young and vulnerable victim like Moko is extremely difficult for all involved, and I would like to commend the officers involved for their diligence and professionalism.
Finally, Police ask that media continue to respect the privacy of Moko’s extended family. We appreciate the ongoing public interest in this case, but attempts by media to contact the extended family, particularly vulnerable younger members, have caused a significant amount of distress to the family.
ENDS
Issued by Police Media Centre