Manawatū Area Commander Ross Grantham said this morning that police were dealing with an incredibly tragic situation and acknowledged that many people were looking for answers.
“It is important to remember alongside that, however, that we still have three people critically injured and fighting for their lives in hospital.
“And we have a young girl who, while uninjured, is incredibly traumatised by what has occurred.
“No child should ever have to experience what this young girl did that night.”
Grantham acknowledged that comments had been made by members of Timmins’ family. However, authorities would not be commenting on those statements.
“We know there is a significant level of public interest in this matter, and we are committed to providing as much information as quickly as we can.
“However, it’s also imperative that our investigation team is given the time and space they need to conduct a robust and thorough investigation so that we can provide the families and loved ones of those involved with the answers they need and deserve.”
A scene examination is still underway at the Waitārere Beach Rd property. No autopsy had yet been carried out on Timmins’ body, police said.
“Officers are also yet to interview the three critically injured people, who are currently unable to speak to police.”
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