POISONED PRESENT

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A murder mystery is unfolding in the rugged hills of Herekino in the Far North.

Detectives are investigating the death of a retired farmer – killed by a bottle of poisoned wine left anonymously in his letterbox.

Who did it? And why?

The case has spooked the small community and devastated the dead man’s family who feel as if, now, they too need be on high alert.

Reporter: Tania Page

Producer: Steve Butler

Camera: Rewi Heke

Editor: Paul Anderson

1News YouTube Channel

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In This Story: Murder

Murder is the unlawful killing of another human without justification or valid excuse, especially the unlawful killing of another human with malice aforethought. This state of mind may, depending upon the jurisdiction, distinguish murder from other forms of unlawful homicide, such as manslaughter.

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