Watch: Sky Tower glows blue in remembrance of fallen West Auckland police officer

June 20, 2020

Auckland’s Sky Tower often lights up to show solidarity or respect.

Auckland's Sky Tower was lit blue tonight in remembrance of fallen police officer, Constable Matthew Hunt.

The 28-year-old was today named as the officer killed in yesterday's fatal shooting in the West Auckland suburb of Massey.

In his honour, the Sky Tower will tonight glow police blue to remember Constable Hunt - the 33rd New Zealand Police officer killed in the line of duty.

"Our thoughts are with Constable Hunt's family and the entire New Zealand police community mourning this tragic loss," Sky City said in a release.

"We would like to convey our deepest gratitude for the hard work every New Zealand police officer displays in safeguarding our community."

A 24-year-old man charged with Constable Hunt's murder today appeared in the Waitakere District Court via video link.

Police also arrested 30-year-old Natalie Bracken over the murder.

Auckland’s Sky Tower often lights up to show solidarity or respect.

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