Mike Hayward
Detective Senior Sergeant Mike Hayward is a law enforcement official known for his work with the New Zealand Police. He often leads investigations into serious crimes and has a reputation for thoroughness and professionalism. Recently, he was in the news as he announced a homicide investigation following the death of a man from stab wounds in Manurewa, South Auckland.
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Recent news mentions
Detective Senior Sergeant Mike Hayward provided an update on the incident involving security guards and a man.
Two charged after man allegedly beaten on ground by security guards
New Zealand· 2026-03-05Mike Hayward confirmed all three men were not connected to police in any way.
Video shows man beaten on ground by security guards on busy Auckland roadNew Zealand· 2026-03-02Detective Senior Sergeant Mike Hayward said police were called to Atkinson Ave, Ōtāhuhu, after a person was located dead.
Police investigating unexplained death in Ōtāhuhu, AucklandNew Zealand· 2025-11-16Detective Senior Sergeant Mike Hayward confirmed the identification of Eileen Davenport's body.
Police find body of missing woman Eileen Davenport in Māngere reserveNew Zealand· 2025-09-18
Detective Senior Sergeant Mike Hayward mentioned that Ah Fook and Te Kira had been known to each other.
Papatoetoe bus stop death: Driver faces manslaughter charge in courtNew Zealand· 2025-06-10
Mike Hayward is a Detective Senior Sergeant who commented on the violent street assault in South Auckland.
Images released of suspect in violent South Auckland street assaultNew Zealand· 2025-05-27
Detective Senior Sergeant Mike Hayward stated that the man had been charged with manslaughter.
Auckland bus driver charged with manslaughter of Peter Te KiraNew Zealand· 2025-05-19
Detective Senior Sergeant Mike Hayward provided updates on the investigation into the homicide.
Manurewa homicide: Victim named by family as Tame GrahamNew Zealand· 2025-04-07
Detective Senior Sergeant Mike Hayward provided information about the homicide investigation.
Manurewa death: Police launch homicide investigation after man dies from stab woundsNew Zealand· 2025-04-04