Police at the scene of the incident in Mangere on June 2, 2016. Photo / Susan Strongman
A man before the courts in relation to the shooting death of a 2-year-old girl at her Mangere home last month will be charged with manslaughter.
The 26-year-old was initially charged with unlawful possession of a firearm after the toddler was killed on June 2 at her Favona Rd home.
He will face further charges of manslaughter and possession of cannabis for supply at his next court appearance on Monday. The man was granted interim suppression when he first appeared in the Manukau District Court following the fatal shooting.
The accused's and child's names cannot be published for legal reasons.
Police last night confirmed they have completed their investigation into the death, but would not make any further comment while the matter is before the courts.
