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Police Hunt Dangerous Suspects in Te Puke Death

10/28/2025

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Police in Te Puke, New Zealand, are investigating the death of Oakes and have identified Kanan Clarke, 39, and Joseph Yorke, 40, as persons of interest.
Detective Senior Sergeant Natalie Flowerdew-Brown warned that Clarke and Yorke are dangerous.
Police seek CCTV or dashcam footage from Manoeka on October 26, 10–11 am.
A scene examination continues and residents are urged to contact police with information about Clarke or Yorke.

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Story summary

Police in Te Puke, New Zealand, are investigating the death of Oakes and have identified Kanan Clarke, 39, and Joseph Yorke, 40, as persons of interest.
Detective Senior Sergeant Natalie Flowerdew-Brown warned that Clarke and Yorke are dangerous.
Police seek CCTV or dashcam footage from Manoeka on October 26, 10–11 am.
A scene examination continues and residents are urged to contact police with information about Clarke or Yorke.