Police making enquiries into the disappearance of Jayden Mamfredos-Nair are today focussing on an area of interest not previously searched.
Detective Inspector Callum McNeill, Waitematā CIB, says Police have engaged the services of a body deposition expert who previously worked with the Australian Federal Police.
"We remain committed to locating 19-year-old Jayden, who was last seen at the Birdwood Reserve in Ranui in the company of two members of the Head Hunters gang, on Friday 21 April 2023.
"As a result of information received from the public, the Operation Violin investigation team is now focussing on searching a new area.
"For operational reasons we are not able to specify exactly where Police are searching today," Detective Inspector McNeill says.
"We will endeavour to update the public as the investigation allows."
Police remain committed to holding those responsible for Jayden's death to account.
"We are anticipating bringing this matter to a conclusion before Christmas," Detective Inspector McNeill says.
Police continue to ask anyone with information which may assist the investigation to please contact our 105 number and reference Operation Violin.
You can also go online to https://www.police.govt.nz/use-105 and reference file number 230424/9683.
You can also provide information anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
