Rotorua Police have today arrested five men over the deaths of Raymond Fleet and his nephew, James.
Raymond, 51, and James, 25, were reported missing on August 10 2017.
A double homicide investigation was launched following the discovery of their bodies in Mamaku Forest on August 17, 2017.
The five accused are facing numerous charges ranging from murder, manslaughter, accessory after the fact of murder, manufacture of methamphetamine and possession of substances, materials and equipment with intent.
Four men, aged 34, 29, 26 and 21, are due to appear in Rotorua District Court tomorrow. The fifth accused, a 26-year-old, will appear in Whakatane District Court tomorrow.
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