75-year-old man dies a hero after trying to save his daughter in NZ

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75-year-old man dies a hero after trying to save his daughter in NZ

By Alipate Narawa

Sunday 24/07/2022

Photo:NZ Herald

A man shot dead alongside his daughter in Glendene, Auckland eight days ago died a hero.

The 75-year-old and his 34-year-old daughter, along with the woman's dog, were found dead by police at a Barrys Rd property.

The father and daughter were farewelled by dozens of family and friends at a mass yesterday afternoon, where several mourners spoke of the father's final act of devotion to his daughter.

A family friend of the man says he died a hero trying to save his beautiful daughter.

A 27-year-old man has been charged with two counts of murder and remanded in custody.

Source: NZ Herald

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