Attribute to Detective Inspector Haley Ryan.
Police investigating a homicide in Naenae last week have a warrant to arrest 28-year-old Wipuhara Kapene, who is wanted for murder.
Albert Enoka, 39, of Naenae, died after being shot on Tuesday 10 December. The incident happened about 3.10pm, outside an address in Seddon Street. A Police patrol unit was not far away at the time and arrived at the scene to find Mr Enoka critically injured. First responders immediately applied first aid, but sadly his injury was fatal, and he died at the scene.
As a result of our enquiries, a warrant for Kapene’s arrest was issued this morning.
Police consider Kapene to be armed and dangerous, and he should not be approached. If you see him, call 111 immediately. Information after the fact can be reported to us online now or via 105. Please use the reference number 241210/3356, or reference Operation Ratio.
We are also still after CCTV from our community, including cellphone recordings, and video imagery from private residences and dashcams around Naenae on 10 December. Areas of interest include Seddon Street, Judd Crescent, Wood Grove, Keys Street, Waddington Drive, Naenae Rd, and Waiwhetu Road. Footage can be uploaded to https://ratio.nc3.govt.nz/
Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
It is likely Kapene is receiving help, and Police will look to prosecute anyone harbouring or assisting him. He has strong links to the Wellington district, including the Wairarapa, and also has links to the Eastern district as well.
Please contact Police immediately if you have any information that may help.
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Issued by the Police Media Centre
