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Wednesday, 29 June 2022 - 10:13am |
Canterbury

Name release - Sockburn homicide

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Police can now release the name of the woman killed in Cheyenne Street, Sockburn on 25 June.
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She was Laisa Maraia Waka, aged 52.
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Police are continuing to support Mrs Waka’s family and loved ones at this incredibly difficult time.
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The family are extremely grateful for the kind wishes of the community and the assistance they have received in the wake of Mrs Waka’s tragic death.?
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They also understand the significant media interest in this matter.?
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However they have advised that ongoing attempts by media to contact them are exacerbating their distress as they grieve and prepare for Mrs Waka’s funeral.?
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Police are therefore respectfully requesting on their behalf that media outlets give them the privacy and space they need at this time.?
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Issued by Police Media Centre.?