Police search Maybury Reserve in Glen Innes on Monday morning as part of the investigation into the death of Kyle Whorrall. Photo suppliedPolice are continuing to progress enquiries into the homicide investigation into the death of Kyle Whorrall earlier this year.
Today, October 2, Whorrall’s mother is calling for people holding onto information in the case to have the courage to come forward.
Police say Whorrall, 33, was senselessly murdered at a bus stop on St Johns Road in the Auckland suburb of St Johns on April 19.
This week has seen Auckland City Police renew appeals for information, following a search of the Maybury Reserve in Glen Innes on Monday.
Detective Inspector Glenn Baldwin, of Auckland City Police’s criminal investigation branch, says forensic enquiries are ongoing into the machete that was located.
“These forensic enquiries are being carried out by PHF Science, and we expect this to take some time to be completed,” he says.
“We will be led by the science on where this takes us in our investigation.”
Meanwhile, the Operation Aberfeldy team have continued the investigation with further search warrants.
“While no further arrests have been made at this stage, I can confirm two further search warrants were carried out on Wednesday,” Baldwin says.
“I want to reiterate to those people with information that the opportunity to tell police what you know is now, please come forward.”
Police continue to keep Kyle’s family updated through the investigation.
Carole Whorrall, Whorrall’s mother, has provided police with a message to release to the New Zealand public:
“I remain deeply grateful for the continued, tireless efforts of the police in their pursuit of justice for Kyle.
“Their unwavering dedication to identifying and apprehending all those involved in his murder is commendable.
“While my foremost priority is securing justice for Kyle and ensuring his legacy endures, I am equally concerned for the safety and well-being of all New Zealanders.
“I implore anyone who may have information, no matter how small or seemingly insignificant, to come forward and assist the police.
“Your courage could make all the difference. Together, we can honour Kyle’s memory and help protect your communities.”
People with information can contact police online or call 105 using the reference number 250419/9858, or Operation Aberfeldy.
Information can also be provided anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
