Naomi McRae died after a serious crash in Karaka in February. Photo / Supplied
Naomi McRae died after a serious crash in Karaka in February. Photo / Supplied
The driver involved in the Karaka crash that killed an off-duty police officer can now be named.
Russell John Tunnicliffe, 61, has appeared before Judge Winter in the Papakura District Court where this interim name suppression expired today.
He faces charges of careless driving causing death, careless driving causing injury,making a false statement in a logbook and exceeding the maximum period for continuous work while subject to work time restrictions.
Judge Winter remanded Tunnicliffe without plea to appear again in July.
She had been working in Whāngaia Ngā Pā Harakeke, the family harm team, with vulnerable victims.
After the crash, Counties Manukau District Commander Superintendent Jill Rogers said McRae was well-loved and respected by her colleagues across the district.
"Naomi's tragic passing has deeply affected a number of staff and friends in the police whānau."