As stated by Central District Commander Superintendent Dion Bennett:
Police investigating a double homicide in Ruatiti are seeking assistance from the public to locate a person of interest.
Two people were located deceased at a Murumuru Road property by officers on Saturday afternoon.
A scene examination is still underway at the large, remote property, including the use of the Police Eagle helicopter to assist staff on the ground.
As part of our ongoing inquiries, Police wish to speak with Mitchell Cole, pictured.
It is believed that the 29-year-old is in the Ruatiti area. He should not be approached, but if you see him please call 111 immediately.
I know this event will be concerning for many in our community. Police will be carrying out reassurance patrols as we work as quickly as possible to locate those involved.
Additional Police are in the Ruatiti area to assist the investigation as we pursue every lead available to us.
I urge anyone who has information that may help us to contact Police as soon as possible.
If you see Mitchell Cole, call 111 straight away.
You can also share non-urgent information about what happened with us online at 105.police.govt.nz, clicking 'Update Report', or by calling 105. Use reference number P064773873.
You can also make a report anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
