Shooting victim identified as Kevin Mark Mabbott on Coromandel Peninsula

rnz.co.nz December 16, 2024, 02:01 AM UTC

Kevin Mark Mabbott, a 41-year-old father of five, was shot dead on the Coromandel Peninsula on Friday. He died at the scene, while another man was airlifted to Auckland City Hospital in serious condition. A 77-year-old man has been charged with murder and attempted murder in connection with the incident. He was taken into custody later that day and is scheduled to appear in court on Tuesday. Mabbott's family announced his funeral plans, which include a private cremation and an informal gathering for friends and family to celebrate his life.


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