Photo: SuppliedA man found dead after a shooting in Waitārere Beach last month was actually stabbed, police say. The man, identified by his sister as 60-year-old Benjamin Harry Timmins, was found dead and three others with gunshot wounds on 14 January. "The three people who received wounds consistent with being shot remain in hospital in a stable condition." "Another young person who was at the address is physically unharmed and they are being given wrap-around support," they said. Police earlier revealed a dismantled gun, parts and ammunition were seized from the property a few hours before police returned to find the dead man and critically injured people.

Source: Otago Daily Times February 02, 2026 20:52 UTC