Police have released the name of a woman whose body was found in a burnt-out vehicle on a beach near Dargaville last week.
She was Jasmaine Corin Reihana, 35, from Paihia. Her body was discovered in the vehicle on Ripiro Beach on September 9.
Detective Inspector Al Symonds said police have launched a homicide investigation and are looking into the circumstances leading up to her death.
“Police are supporting the whānau of the deceased at this difficult time, who we will continue to keep updated as the investigation continues.
“We understand this was a distressing incident for those involved and the wider community.
“We would like to reassure those affected we have a dedicated team following positive lines of enquiry and those involved will be identified and held to account for Jasmaine’s death.”
Inspector Symonds says police would also like to hear from anyone who was on or near Ripiro Beach, close to Glinks Gully between 2pm on Sunday, September 8 and 9am on Monday, September 9.