New Zealand police confirmed on Thursday that bodies were found in two suitcases purchased at an auction in Auckland. did. The children, and the police vowed to find those responsible.
Investigator Tofilaufa Amanuia Vaerua said the bodies were likely stored for several years, and the victims added that he is believed to have been between the ages of 5 and 10.
The children were hidden in two similarly sized suitcases, he said.
"The nature of this discovery complicates the investigation, especially considering the time elapsed between death and discovery," he said. added.
The identities of the children have not been released, and Vaaelua said he sympathized with families who may not have been aware that they had died.
"Many of us [in the police] are parents, we have work to do and we are doing our best to identify victims," he said. } "What I can say is that the DNA investigation is going very well.
Police reiterated that the family had nothing to do with the murder but were "understandably heartbroken by this discovery." Vaaelua added that he is a resident and wants privacy.
Personal items found near homes and suitcases help provide clues to identify victims.
Both the storage unit and the property the suitcase was taken was investigated thoroughly by forensic experts.
Relatives of the victims are believed to be in New Zealand.
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