Stephen Thorpe Identified as Victim in Blockhouse Bay Crime Incident
Details of the Blockhouse Bay Stabbing
Police have named the man who was fatally stabbed near a tennis club in Auckland's Blockhouse Bay on Saturday. Authorities said formal identification of the victim was completed earlier today.
The victim, Stephen Thorpe, aged 54, of Mt Roskill, was involved in a violent altercation leading to his tragic death. Detective Inspector Glenn Baldwin stated that officers are preparing to lift cordons at the crime scene this afternoon, once the examination is completed.
“Our thoughts are with Mr Thorpe’s family following this tragic event,” Baldwin mentioned. Police have been in contact with his immediate family, who reside in Australia, and will keep them updated as the investigation progresses.
Investigation Update on the Incident
Earlier on Monday, police probing the incident highlighted that Stephen Thorpe was seen engaging in a violent struggle with another man, resulting in stab wounds. Emergency services responded promptly to the scene.
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