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A man has been charged in relation to a hit-and-run which fatally injured a sight- and hearing-impaired man in Rotorua earlier this month.
Around 2.15pm on June 15, a motorcyclist allegedly overtook a stationary vehicle and struck Paige Johnson as he was crossing Edmund Rd and Mangakakahi.
The 24-year-old was airlifted to Waikato Hospital, where he died of his injuries on June 19.
Police today arrested a 31-year-old Hamilton man following searches in Hamilton and Rotorua.
He was arrested at a property in Hamilton.
“We are glad to get this result and hope it provides some relief to the family,” Detective Senior Sergeant Mark Van Kempen said.
“We still have a long way to go, but today’s arrest marks an important milestone in our investigation, and the public has played a significant part in today’s arrest.
"We know Paige’s death will likely be weighing heavily on this person and it is important that we speak to them to understand the full picture of what occurred."
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“What happened on 15 June was a tragedy and was felt through our community, and I want to thank everyone who has assisted us throughout the investigation.”
A 31-year-old was due to appear in the Hamilton District Court tomorrow charged with manslaughter, failing to stop to ascertain injury or death, and driving while disqualified.
