The scene of the fatal shooting in Wainuiomata. Photo: RNZ / Angus Dreaver
Police have released the name of the man they fatally shot in Wainuiomata last week.
He was Tane Wipa, who was aged 36.
Police shot the man dead in the Lower Hutt suburb last Thursday.
He had been holding his partner hostage with a weapon for over an hour, and was threatening to do her harm.
Acting Superintendent Nick Thom said he was given medical assistance, but died at the scene.
Several investigations are underway, including a Police Critical Incident Investigation, and the matter has been referred to the Independent Police Conduct Authority (IPCA).