The scene of the fatal stabbing in central Hamilton. Photo: RNZ / Victor Waters
Police have named the 20-year-old who died in a brawl between two groups in Hamilton early on Sunday.
Tyreece Te Pairi, of Hamilton, was injured in the incident in the central city just after midnight on Sunday, and later died in hospital.
Three other victims suffered injuries ranging from moderate to serious. RNZ understands the victims were stabbed.
Detective Inspector Daryl Smith said police were providing support to Tye Pairi's family, and the investigation team was "continuing to assess every line of enquiry available to us".
"We want to hold the offenders accountable for their actions and hope the public can assist us."
Photo: RNZ/Lucy Xia
He said police wanted to hear from anyone who was in the area around Alexandra Street, between 11.30pm and 12.30am on Saturday night.
"If you were in the area in the timeframe and have video, photos or dashcam footage, please upload them to our dedicated portal.
"It's possible you have captured something that will assist the investigation."
Sources have told RNZ that the stabbing may have been linked to a club event in the central city.
Police said there will continue to be a visible police presence in Hamilton as the investigation continues, as well as reassurance patrols in the community.
Blood stains on the flooring of a container walkway outside a construction site on Alexandra Street. Photo:
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