New Zealand

Nelson homicide: Man, 30, charged with murder of Lake Takimoana

08:33 am on 1 March 2022

Police have charged a 30-year-old man with the murder of Lake Takimoana in Nelson.

Photo: RNZ / Cole Eastham-Farrelly

Takimoana, 22, died after being shot on 22 February at a Washington Road property.

Last night police arrested a man and charged him with murder, Detective Inspector Mark Chenery said.

He is due to appear in Nelson District Court today.

A 24-year-old man had previously been arrested for being party to murder.

Chenery says enquiries into the incident are ongoing and police would still like to hear from anyone who may know the whereabouts of a vehicle with a distinctive flat deck.

Police are seeking information regarding this ute. Photo: Supplied / Police

Anyone with information can call 105 and quote file number 220222/7060 or give information anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.