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Three people found dead in Papatoetoe were family members

Three family members were found dead at a home in South Auckland, with police saying they are not looking for anyone else and there is no risk to the wider public.

Police do not believe there is any risk to the wider public.

The Long Sip
What happened

Police were called to a property in Papatoetoe, South Auckland, and found three people dead inside the home on Tuesday evening.

The detail

Manukau District Commander Superintendent Shanan Gray confirmed the three who died were family members, and support is being provided to the whanau.

And then

A scene examination is underway to piece together the circumstances, and residents can expect an increased police presence in the area.

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What readers are saying

MumWithMS_Steph
The neighbour mentioning seeing the man's body at the entrance while they were having dinner really brings home how sudden this hit the street. Police confirming they are not looking for anyone else should ease some of the immediate fear in the area even as the scene examination continues.
TwoMumsLou
Such a sad loss for that family.
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