Detectives investigating the homicide of Auckland man Shannon Baker in December are appealing for information about a car key stolen on the night of his death as well as two incidents at his home in the days before his killing.
The 55-year-old was found dead in his home on Calgary St in Sandringham on Tuesday December 11 after being violently assaulted.
Detective Inspector Aaron Pascoe said investigators have discovered two incidents earlier in December where Baker was targeted at his home.
"The first incident occurred on Sunday 2 December where two male offenders have arrived at the property and threatened Mr Baker, before stealing property including Mr Baker’s wallet," Detective Inspector Pascoe said.
"We also believe at least one of these offenders returned to the address on Thursday 6 December and threatened Mr Baker again before leaving."
Detective Inspector Pascoe believes there is likely to be a link between these previous incidents and Mr Baker's death.
"We don’t believe Shannon Baker was the victim of a random attack," he said.
"The only item we have identified as being taken on the night of Mr Baker’s death is the electronic key (similar to that pictured) to his green 2001 Mercedes."
Baker's wallet was Hugo Boss-branded and made of brown leather and possibly adorned with a blue stripe.
Police are appealing for anyone with information about either the stolen wallet or key or the incidents on December 2 and 6.
"We believe there are multiple people who know who is responsible for the death of Shannon Baker and we urge them to do the right thing and contact us," Detective Inspector Pascoe said.
"I want to reassure the community that we are determined to establish who was involved so we can hold them to account and get closure for his family."
Anyone with information is urged to contact Police by phoning 0800 EPOPEUS (0800 376 7387) or by email .
You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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