Thomas Murray’s whānau speak out on tūpāpaku uplift

It has been four days since the tūpāpaku of Thomas Murray was uplifted from his home in Naenae by his Far North whānau. Today, Murray’s whānau spoke to Te Karere. Here’s Te Okiwa McLean.

[@phyllismacdonald7320]

Shame, shame, shame, its about time for these elders to learn some respect and acknowledge that times are changing and people have a right to think for themselves not to be spoken for. We choose our path we lay to rest.

[@RayK236]

I'ld like to someone try this shit with my Mother. They will be joining her if they EVER tried. Time for our people to do a WILL!!!!

[@stewatparkpark2933]

Steal his body from the man's wife and the police do nothing . What a disgrace of a country .

[@mizpahmatiaha1773]

Whaaaaaaaaat!!!! Cmon whānau you know better than that

[@jimmanihera7760]

No good didn't even put the lid on 😮