Please attribute to Northland District Commander, Superintendent Matt Srhoj:
Police are continuing with a critical incident investigation surrounding the events leading up to a fatal crash in Whangārei on 11 October.
We are now in a position to release the name of the victim.
He was Rhys Harris-Wikaira, 31, of Whangārei.
We would like to acknowledge the impact this event has had on the community and our thoughts are with those involved.
Several investigations are underway, which will work to establish all the facts surrounding this tragic incident.
Police are still seeking information from any witnesses who may have been in the area at the time, or prior to this incident occurring.
If you have information, please update Police online now or call 105.
Please use reference number 251012/3275.
ENDS.
Holly McKay/NZ Police