Shulai Wang Death, Obituary: Victim Identified in Gulf Harbour Homicide
After months of investigation, police have confirmed the identity of the woman found in a bag in Gulf Harbour, shocking the community and raising questions about the circumstances of her death.
The victim has been identified as Shulai Wang, a 70-year-old woman from China, whose body was discovered in the water on March 12, 2024. The discovery sparked a complex and intensive inquiry led by the Waitematā CIB, which involved law enforcement in both New Zealand and China.
Acting Detective Inspector Tim Williams, who is leading the investigation, explained that identifying Mrs. Wang was a painstaking process. Detectives from the Operation Parade team worked tirelessly to piece together her story, with the investigation extending internationally.
Recently, members of the team even traveled to China to assist with confirming her identity. Due to the international aspect of the case and the challenges involved in coordinating efforts across two countries, the process took several months.
“Since launching this investigation, detectives have worked tirelessly to understand the events leading up to Mrs. Wang’s death,” said Detective Williams, emphasizing the commitment of his team to finding answers.
Wang had arrived in New Zealand in August 2023, and although she was not reported missing, her sudden and mysterious death left many unanswered questions.
Authorities have now informed her family in China of the tragic news, and efforts are currently being made to repatriate her remains. Mrs. Wang’s death has sparked widespread speculation and concern, with the community left in shock over the grim discovery.
The police continue to investigate the circumstances that led to her being found in such a tragic manner, but as of now, no additional details regarding the cause of death or potential suspects have been released.
The investigation remains active as detectives seek to uncover the truth about her final days and the events that led to her untimely death.
The case has garnered significant public interest, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward, hoping that the truth behind Shulai Wang’s mysterious death will eventually be revealed
