Police are appealing for victims to come forward in the midst of an investigation into historical allegations of sexual offending at Auckland's King's College.
Counties Manukau Criminal Investigation Branch are currently investigating a number of complaints against a former teacher and rugby coach at the Ōtāhuhu school while he was employed between 1988 and 1994.
Detective Senior Sergeant Mal Hassall said investigators have so far spoken with several victims regarding the alleged offending, however they believe more victims have yet to come forward.
"We are now appealing for anyone who may have been a victim of this individual, or has any information which will assist our investigation, to please get in touch."
Hassall added that police are "very mindful" of the privacy of identified victims.
"Our investigation team has been ensuring welfare is in place for those we have been speaking to, and we will continue to ensure there is appropriate support available moving forward."
Hassall said police were working closely with King's College in the inquiry and "are continuing to liaise with the school to assess these reports".
Chairperson of the King's College Board of Governors Shan Wilson said the school supports the investigation.
"The College appreciates the opportunity to work collaboratively with the Police on these matters, to the extent deemed appropriate," Wilson said.
"In recent weeks, we have been encouraging former students to come forward and we thank those who have done so to date."
Hassall advises victims or anyone with information to contact police by dialling 105, or anonymously contact Crime Stoppers by calling 0800 555 111.
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