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Tragic Ram Attack: Family Demands Accountability After Deaths

5/11/2025

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In a tragic incident in April 2022, Helge and Gaye Hansen lost their lives after a ram attacked them on their West Auckland farm. Coroner Tracey Fitzgibbon ruled out an inquiry, attributing their deaths to blunt-force injuries. Family member Antony voiced his frustration, calling for greater accountability and transparency in the investigation.

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Story summary

In a tragic incident in April 2022, Helge and Gaye Hansen lost their lives after a ram attacked them on their West Auckland farm. Coroner Tracey Fitzgibbon ruled out an inquiry, attributing their deaths to blunt-force injuries. Family member Antony voiced his frustration, calling for greater accountability and transparency in the investigation.